Labzak

The Labzak Project was designed as a concept project in 2020 by Korucuoğlu Architecture for Farhad To’laganov on a 75,000 m² site in Tashkent's rapidly developing central axis. This structure, with its unconventional vertical stacking strategy and layered volume organization, presents a monumental presence within the city.

The project is shaped by the stacking of three main masses, each distinct from the other and dramatized by a structural system. The broad structure at the base houses commercial spaces to accommodate the functional density, while the middle layer is dedicated to offices and multi-purpose spaces. At the top is the residential mass, whose façade texture is differentiated, designed with a simpler and denser modulation. This upper block, with its cantilevered cantilever, creates not only structural but also visual tension.

The façade language is designed to clearly delineate the functional distinction between the levels. The lower level features horizontal bands and expansive glass surfaces, while the middle section features glass panels woven with denser vertical lines. Rhythmic window arrangements were chosen for the uppermost mass, allowing natural light to filter more smoothly into the space. These material transitions are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional in terms of climatic performance.

The building stands out in its urban context not only for its height but also for the silhouette it creates, the shadow it casts, and the urban void it creates. The lower courtyard and square design encourage public use, while the terraced areas around the upper masses emphasize individual experience.

The Labzak Project proposes a contemporary urban icon by combining concepts such as vertical hierarchy between functions, structural expression, and the creation of urban landmarks.