There's something deeply compelling about brutalist architecture that speaks to me as a developer. Perhaps it's the raw honesty of the materials, the way concrete and steel are used in their most basic forms without pretense or decoration.
In many ways, brutalist architecture reminds me of well-written code: it's functional, unadorned, and makes no attempts to hide its true nature. Each element serves a purpose, and that purpose is clearly visible in its form. The same way we strive for clean, readable code that clearly expresses its intent, brutalist architecture wears its function on its sleeve.
Living in Japan, I often find myself admiring the brutalist buildings that survived from the post-war economic boom. These structures stand as monuments to an era of rapid progress and bold architectural vision. While many see them as cold or imposing, I see beauty in their geometric forms and uncompromising honesty.