World Architecture Festival 2025 Comes to Miami: Everything You Need to Know
The World Architecture Festival 2025 Miami is officially coming to the United States for the first time. This globally celebrated event, the world’s largest live-judged architectural awards will take place from November 12–14, 2025, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Architects, designers, and innovators from around the world will gather in Miami Beach to celebrate cutting-edge design, sustainability, and creativity at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2025.
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What Is World Architecture Festival?
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) celebrates the best in global design and construction through a three-day event of live project presentations, awards, and keynotes.
Since its founding in 2008, WAF has travelled from Barcelona to Singapore to Lisbon and now, for the first time, to North America.
 What makes WAF unique:
- Architects present their projects live before an expert jury.
- Features categories for Completed Buildings, Future Projects, Interiors, and Landscapes.
- Serves as a hub for networking, exhibitions, and thought leadership across design disciplines.
Dates & Venue for WAF 2025 Miami
- When: November 12–14, 2025
- Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Ctr Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Why it’s special: The event lands in the heart of South Beach, surrounded by Art Deco architecture and ocean views.
Programme Highlights
- Live-Judged Awards: Finalists present their projects live in front of an international jury.
- Talks & Keynotes: Discussions on urban innovation, sustainability, and design technology
- WAF 40 Under 40: Celebrating emerging North American talent under 40.
- Product Exhibition: Leading brands showcase materials, software, and new construction technologies.
- Fringe Events: Miami architectural tours, networking dinners, and social meet-ups.
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Travel & Tips for Miami
- Fly into: Miami International Airport (20 min from venue).
- Stay near: South Beach or Downtown Miami — hotels fill up fast in November
- Don’t miss: Art Deco Historic District, Pérez Art Museum Miami, and Wynwood Walls.
- Pack for: Warm tropical weather (average 27 °C).
The World Architecture Festival 2025 isn’t just an awards event it’s a global celebration of design innovation and creativity. With its move to Miami Beach, WAF opens a new chapter that bridges continents and cultures. Whether you’re a professional architect, designer, or simply a lover of beautiful spaces, this November’s festival is the place to be.
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