A festival like no other
WAF is where your community meets to share expertise and learn from each other. By attending the World Architecture Festival, you will gain inspiration and ideas for your own work. It is the only global architecture festival that combines live crit presentations, seminars and networking. WAF 2019 takes place on the 4-6 December at the RAI Amsterdam. Book your delegate pass today.
Why you need to be at WAF:
- Watch 534 live pitches in the WAF awards.
- Gain inspiration by learning how other architects have tackled problems.
- Hear from 48 international speakers discussing the critical challenges in architecture.
- Meet the lead-architects of the most innovative projects in the world.
Under one roof, over three days you will be immersed in extraordinary architecture from around the world.
View the 2019 shortlist
This year’s 534 strong shortlist includes projects from 70 countries
What's on at WAF
From keynote talks to live-awards judging, WAF 2019 is not to be missed.
Delegate brochure
Take a look at the 2019 delegate guide to plan your visit to WAF this December!
WAFNewsletter
Including buildings studies, book reviews and commentaries from the WAF team and invited contributors.
WAF Podcasts and Films
Hear and watch winners presentations, keynote talks and more.
Testimonials
WAF is the most important architecture event in the world, but don’t just take our word for it!
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Talks and Seminars
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Judges
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Live Finalist Presentations
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Speakers
"For architects to come together at WAF each year, for me, is such an important thing" Sir David Adjaye
What makes WAF the most important architecture event in the world?
Watch the 2018 highlights film to hear the reasons why over 2,200 architects from across the globe attend WAF each year and why no matter what size your practice is, WAF is the most important and inspiring event in the world for all architects to attend.
The 2019 Speakers
The 2019 Super Jury
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