When it comes to brutalism in Armenia, this building has its unique spot on the map of soviet modernism. It is a true example of béton brut (raw concrete) Brutalist style. this urban behemoth was designed as a passage building of the bridge, which is why it is a twin building on both sides. Its imposing presence, geometric functional shapes, and brave architectural solutions leave no doubt about its era. it was designed and half-built in the 70ies then left behind to wait to be constructed for almost 3 decades when finely the bridge was constructed after a big break in 2000 there was no need for these twin buildings to function, so it left to decay.
While its future remains uncertain, there's a strange beauty in its abandonment now attracting homeless people. Love it or hate it?

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