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World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2025

The World Architecture Festival 2025 debuts in the USA, hosting global awards, talks, and networking in Miami from 12–14 November.

Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

Date: 12–14 November 2025

For the first time, the World Architecture Festival (WAF) will take place in the United States, bringing the renowned global event to Miami. From 12–14 November 2025, architects, designers, and industry professionals will gather at the Miami Beach Convention Center for a dynamic programme of keynote talks, live project critiques, and panel discussions.

The festival’s centrepiece, the WAF Awards, will celebrate excellence across completed and future architectural projects worldwide.

Attendees can engage with cutting-edge design solutions, connect with leading industry figures, and gain international recognition. As a major platform for architectural dialogue, WAF 2025 will showcase the latest trends shaping the built environment on a global scale.

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