World Architecture Festival 2026: Celebrating Global Design Excellence The World Architecture Festival 2026 will take place from 18–20 November at the Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, USA, bringing together architects, designers, and industry leaders from around the world. Known as the “Oscars of Architecture”, WAF is the only festival where finalists present their projects live to international juries. With the 2026 theme “Water”, the festival will spotlight sustainability, resilience, and innovation in design. Highlights include the prestigious WAF Awards, WAFX Awards, and WAF Interiors, alongside talks, exhibitions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Dates: 18–20 November 2026 Venue: Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Theme: Water – exploring its role in architecture, from energy generation to environmental resilience Format: 3 days of live judging, talks, exhibitions, and networking Audience: Architects, designers, developers, educators, and policymakers worldwide Register Now: https://worldarchitecturefestival.com/WAF2026/en/page/attendfestival