Uhm! Brutalism Zines
A lovely selection of zines all about Brutalism. What's not to like?
All at £6 each
Brunswick Centre
All photos were taken by Stephanos Habeshis (IG: @brutalist.london).
24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken in September/November 2022.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Corviale
The story of a failed social housing experiment that could have changed a city forever and ended up being remembered as a perennial failure.
This is the story of Corviale.
Shot in Rome 31/12/2021
32 pages
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Limited edition of 50 copies hand numbered.
Rome - Brutalismo Romano
Er Brutalismo Romano is the fourth volume of a new zine series about Brutalist architecture around the world.
"I am excited to present you with this volume featuring Rome.
It took me a long time before taking the decision of working on this volume, but now I am proud to show you my own town."
7 beautiful buildings, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken around Rome in 2021.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Limited edition of 50 copies.
Possis nihil urbe Roma visere maius!
Golden Lane Estate
A modernist marvel of urban design, is a photo zine made in collaboration with Efi Ntoumouzi that captures the essence of one of London's most iconic housing estates.
Through striking black and white photographs, this zine will take you on a visual journey that showcases the estate's unique modernist architecture, with its angular lines, raw concrete finishes, and futuristic design elements.
Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or simply curious about the city's urban landscape, this photo zine offers a thought-provoking exploration of a modernist masterpiece that has become a symbol of London's post-war urban identity.
24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken in September/November 2022.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
1 limited edition postcard (WOW!)
Edition of 50 hand numbered.
All pictures taken by Efi Ntoumouzi (@effrosynint).
Japanese Brutalism
Japanese Brutalism is the third volume of a new series about brutalist architecture around the world.
This photozine featuring brutalist buildings from Japan is the result of a collaboration with Makoto Abe (阿部真) and Kaori Murakami (村上香織).
(@abedotcom).
9 beautiful sites, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken around Japan in 2021 and 2022
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
日本へようこそ!
København Brutalisme
Brutalist architecture in Copenhagen
Photos by Stepp
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Icelandic Brutalism - Islenskur Brutalismi
Islenskur Brutalismi is the first volume of a new zine series about Brutalist architecture around the world.
Featuring Brutalist buildings from Iceland as the result of a collaboration with Karl Fannar Sævarsson (@brutalist_iceland).
7 amazing sites, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken around Iceland in 2020 and 2021
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Velkomin til Íslands!
Samuda Estate
Located on the east side of Manchester Road, on the Isle of Dogs, the Samuda estate with 505 dwellings it is home to about 1,500 people.
Designed by Gordon Tait of the Worshipful Company of Masons, it comprises of a mix of low-rise and tower blocks.
Discover this brutalist hidden gem in east London.
Welcome to the Isle of Dogs.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
All photos taken by Steppp (IG: @steppp83).
South Norwood Library, a tiny brutalist gem in Croydon
Commissioned by Croydon council in 1968, the South Norwood Library is a purpose-built brutalist library in southeast London.
This zine celebrates this architecture masterpiece, which is now locally listed and no longer under threat of demolition.
24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken in September/November 2022.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Edition of 50 hand numbered.
All photos taken by Steppp (IG: @steppp83).
Brutalist architecture in Skopje
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
All photos taken by Rob Schofield
Milan - El Brütalism Milanés
The ninth volume of a new zine series about Brutalist architecture around the world.
Today, we are going to explore Milan, the second biggest city in Italy, famous for fashion and modern design.
Enjoy this zine made in collaboration with Izzy Stomps (@izzystomps)
Roger Stevens Building (Leeds)
Photos by Steve Hodgson (IG: @brutal_architecture).
A5 size
24 pages
150gsm paper (pages)
300gsm card (cover)
Royal National Theatre
A photo zine by Steppp
24 pages of black and white digital photographs
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
1 limited edition postcard (WOW!)
Edition of 50 hand numbered.
Scottish Brutalism - Brùidealachd Albannach
Brùidealachd Albannach is the second volume of a new zine series about Brutalist architecture around the world.
This second volume of this series featuring Brutalist buildings from Scotland is the result of a collaboration between Dave Lowe (@daveloweee) and Uhm! Zines
6 amazing sites + 1 special feature, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken around Scotland in 2021.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Fàilte gu Alba!
Welsh Brutalism - Brutalism Cymraeg
Zurich Brutalismus
Zürich Brutalismus is the seventh volume of a new zine series about Brutalist architecture around the world.
Enjoy this beautiful zine as a result of a collaboration with Lorenz Clormann (@Zurich_brutalism).
Willkommen in Zürich!
7 original sites, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken around Zurich in 2022.
150gsm paper
300gsm card (cover)
Edition of 50 hand numbered.
El Brutalismo Madrileño
Embark on a fascinating visual journey through the heart of Madrid with "El Brutalismo Madrileño" by Carlos Traspaderne.This photo zine is beautifully compact, inviting you to explore the city's architectural treasures through 24 pages of captivating black-and-white imagery.
Traspaderne's lens masterfully captures the raw beauty and bold forms of eight iconic sites that showcase Madrid's rich architectural tapestry.
From the imposing structures of brutalism to the delicate interplay of light and shadow in urban landscapes, every photograph tells a story of Madrid's character and charm. Whether you're a passionate photography enthusiast or simply drawn to the allure of Spanish culture, this zine promises to captivate and inspire you. Immerse yourself in the soul-stirring beauty of Madrid's architecture with "El Brutalismo Madrileño," a timeless tribute to the city's enduring heritage.
8 stunning sites, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken by Carlos Traspaderne in Madrid as part of a personal project of mapping brutalism in Spain's capital city.
Le Brutalisme Valdoten
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Brutalist architecture nestled within the picturesque landscapes of the Aosta Valley in Italy with our latest zine, "Le Brutalisme Valdotain". This 24-page A5 size zine is a visual journey through the raw and rugged beauty of Brutalist structures captured through stunning black and white photography taken in 2023 by photographer Daniele Escoffier.
Discover the unique blend of concrete, geometry, and mountainous terrain as Escoffier's lens captures the essence of Brutalism in the Aosta Valley. From imposing government buildings to hidden gems tucked away in the valley's nooks, each photograph tells a story of strength, resilience, and architectural innovation.
7 wonderful sites, 24 pages of black and white digital photographs taken by Daniele Escoffier around the Aosta Valley in 2023 as part of a personal project about mapping brutalism in Italy's smallest region.
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