Neobrutalism: the digital and cultural micro-landscape of 3D-printed concrete

Historically, the synthesis of cultural, philosophical, and social factors and technological breakthroughs invariably shapes the evolution of an architectural language by collectively influencing construction methodologies. In this way, an architectural language is not theoretically defined but evolves gradually and is recognised as it comprehensively articulates the essence of cultural identity. From the theorisation of Parametric Architecture in the first half of the last century to the more recent declaration of Parametricism as the "new global style for Architecture and Urban Design" and then Tectonism, the journey to elevate parametric design to a foundational architectural language marks a fundamental chapter in the architectural discourse. In this work we aim to bridge the gap between digital (parametric) design as a tool, the recent technological breakthrough, such as 3D-Printed Concrete, and the general ethics of a possible architectural language that we call Neobrutalism.