Uzbekistan has revealed the latest photographs of the pavilion for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, after the recent opening. Designed by Atelier Brückner and realized by NUSSLI, the pavilion aims to showcase the country's vision for the future under the Expo's broader theme, "Designing the Future Society for Our Lives." Composed of modular, reusable wooden elements, the pavilion's architecture will later be reconstructed in Uzbekistan, serving as a studio, workshop, or school.
The pavilion's design integrates three key elements: a garden, a forest of columns, and a central sculptural connection. The ground floor garden symbolizes Uzbekistan's rich cultural landscape, offering a space for interaction and encounters. The forest of columns, reflecting traditional timber craftsmanship, emphasizes modularity and innovation. Finally, the sculptural connection physically unites the roof and garden, seeking to provide a coherent experience for visitors.
The 840 m² structure contains one holistic exhibition, featuring the Garden of Stories and the Field of Knowledge. Serving as a symbol for Uzbekistan's journey towards a modern, sustainable society, the garden blends the country's historical richness with a transformative energy. In fact, it invites visitors to engage in discussions and share ideas about Uzbekistan's future.
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Unbuild Together: In Conversation with Studio KO, the Curators of the Uzbekistan National Pavilion at the 2023 Venice BiennaleThe exhibition itself focuses on empowerment, highlighting Uzbekistan's openness to innovation and its commitment to preparing for the future. These include measures to improve education, the development of sustainable infrastructure, the promotion of innovation, and projects for the use of renewable energies. Designed as a social and educational center, the pavilion aims to inspire visitors to enhance their lives and contribute positively to society. Responding to the question of "how to live in the future and how to be happy," the Pavilion explores different facets of the country's reality in order to propose a new future vision.
Other countries have also opened the doors to their exhibitions at Expo 2025 Osaka, taking place until October 13, 2025. The Japan Pavilion, designed by Nikken Sekkei Ltd., centers on the theme "Between Lives," emphasizing cycles of transformation that shape life across plants, animals, and societies. The Bahrain Pavilion, designed by Lebanese architect Lina Ghotmeh, features a wooden structure cooled by coastal winds, making it one of the most sustainable buildings at the Expo. Meanwhile, LAVA Architects' German Pavilion brings to life the theme of the circular economy.
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Editor's Note: This article was originally published on August 15, 2024, and updated on May 02, 2025, following the official opening.
