When applying Brutalist principles to interiors, Chu Cheng Design has created a sophisticated take on industrial style.

For their young couple clients, who wanted Brutalism's raw character while staying within budget, the designers chose hollow bricks as the key material. These offer practical perforations to avoid heaviness while providing an appealingly rough texture.

In this 1,245-square-foot space, the polished and methodically arranged bricks create a sense of visual order and stability. This clever approach, combined with natural wood elements, brings warmth to the industrial materials while creating an innovative mix of textures that still feels homely.

The communal areas employ a deliberate three-colour scheme, reflecting the designers' understanding of colour theory. This creates optimal visual balance and serenity. Wood veneer softens exposed beams, while black perforated panels paired with hollow bricks separate the study from the dining area, allowing natural light to filter through playfully. The bedroom maintains this aesthetic while balancing industrial elements with tranquillity. The overall design creates a home that's both striking and practical, ready for the owners to add their own stories.

Brutalism, characterised by bold, unfinished concrete structures combined with modern clean lines, became a global design movement. When brought into interior spaces, it can create comfortable, streamlined, and modern living environments through careful balance of structure, materials, and colour.

Rough Meets Smooth

Mix rough and smooth textures in the space by using unfinished materials for main structural elements like walls, pillars, and ceilings, combined with smooth cement floors and matte black FENIX NTM cabinets. The suspended white TV unit adds to the layered visual effect, while the grey-white-black palette creates a sense of calm.

Natural Materials for Warmth

Natural materials prevent the space from feeling too austere. Wood flooring, cabinetry, furniture, and terrazzo structures, all featuring clean lines and profiles, add warmth and substance to the environment.

Sunlight, Air, and Greenery

To create a more homely atmosphere, the designers incorporated large floor-to-ceiling windows for natural light and used glass partitions for the bathroom, making the small space feel more open. Strategic placement of green plants adds finishing touches that elevate the overall ambiance.

Photos：Bezuglov