The groundbreaking ceremony for the National Museum of Uzbekistan, constructed by CSCEC, was recently held in Tashkent.

Located in the city's central core area, the project has a total floor area of approximately 44,000 square meters and is a key initiative aimed at enhancing enhance Uzbekistan's global cultural influence.

The development consists of a main structure with three above-ground floors and two basement levels, along with supporting facilities. Upon completion, it will form a cohesive cultural complex together with surrounding historic buildings, including the Istiqlol Art Palace.

The project is designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando. The architectural concept is based on three pure geometric forms—circle, square, and triangle—creating a distinctive spatial experience through precise composition and the interplay of light and shadow. Once completed, the museum will serve not only as a new cultural landmark in Uzbekistan but also as a bridge connecting Eastern and Western civilizations.

Balancing functionality with cultural exhibition needs, the project features approximately 8,500 square meters of exhibition space, capable of displaying tens of thousands of valuable artifacts simultaneously. Additional facilities include a modern library, specialized conservation laboratories, a 4,000-square-meter multifunctional conference hall, a 6,000-square-meter intelligent storage facility, as well as children's activity areas and educational spaces. Upon completion, the museum will significantly expand exhibition capacity in Uzbekistan, enabling hundreds of thousands of artifacts currently kept in storage to be brought to public view.