Brutalist Interiors
sammstudio

Brutalist Interiors

January 2026

Get notified of their new contests

Show the judge some love...

Great contest!

Entry 27351839
398th
7
Judge
winner

This is a beautiful study of chiaroscuro. By focusing on the rhythmic rectangles of light hitting the floor, the photographer has managed to make heavy concrete feel light and airy. The lone figure walking into the shadows adds a wonderful sense of mystery and narrative.

I love the cinematic, almost "Cyberpunk" energy here. It’s a great reminder that Brutalist spaces aren't just gray; they are canvases for light. The contrast between the harsh concrete structure and the vibrant red and teal glow creates a really gritty, modern atmosphere.

Entry 27352309
52nd
2
Entry 27352679
50th
8
Entry 27354145
26th
15
Entry 27355524
53rd
4
Entry 27356316
3rd
1
109
Entry 27356317
91st
19

A classic, high-contrast architectural shot. By stripping away color, the photographer forces us to focus on the geometry and the raw material. The sweep of that concrete staircase is iconic, and the way the light catches the grit on the ground gives the whole image a very tactile, grounded feel.

Crowd
winner
Entry 27358707
1st
25
Entry 27358708
49th
78
Entry 27362749
61st
3
Entry 27363413
15th
13
Entry 27386247
33rd
39
Entry 27411328
472nd
8
Entry 27417989
11th
15

731 Images entered

Entry 27365578
547th
3
Entry 27373657
178th
115
Entry 27381565
175th
56

This shot is all about texture and contrast. The smooth, "electric blue" leather against the rough, slanted concrete wall is a brilliant juxtaposition. It shows the "lifestyle" side of the movement—how bold, modern furniture can turn a cold, architectural shell into a striking living space.

This image perfectly captures the sense of scale that defines Brutalism. The "human vs. monument" perspective is great; seeing the people tucked into that narrow ledge highlights the massive, soaring height of the concrete pillars. It’s a very clever use of vertical composition.

267 Photographers

Entry 27421860
84th
12
Entry 27423206
39th
8

Meet the judge

13,486 Ratings

Entry 27427506
103rd
6
Entry 27427793
22nd
68
Entry 27433397
32nd
13
Entry 27434316
242nd
3
Entry 27434317
37th
7
Entry 27436371
55th
57
Entry 27436372
16th
120
Entry 27436617
12th
27
Entry 27436718
40th
17
Entry 27438184
19th
4
Entry 27439018
259th
10
Entry 27439023
224th
3

Brief

See more contest details

This contest is for your photos of interiors of buildings that have a brutalist style. Look for exposed concrete, strong geometric forms, and a clear expression of function over decoration. Try to use lighting, scale and perspective to convey mood, whether monumental, austere or contemplative. The focus should be on interior architecture and the impact of spaces that have a brutalist style.

Entry 27439075
132nd
5