Anti-architecture

Anti-architecture refers to design approaches that intentionally challenge or subvert conventional architectural norms and aesthetics. Rather than striving for harmony, symmetry, or grandeur, anti-architecture may embrace asymmetry, raw materials, or unconventional forms. This style often seeks to provoke thought or critique societal norms by highlighting functionality over beauty, or by exposing the process of construction itself. It can manifest in unexpected shapes, unfinished appearances, or integration with the environment, prompting viewers to reconsider their perceptions of space, purpose, and the built environment.