World Architecture Festival and The Architect’s Newspaper have partnered to launch 40 Under 40 North America, highlighting 40 outstanding young architects from the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

40 Under 40 North America

Why Enter?

• Have your work showcased at WAF in Miami and be seen by some of the world's most influential architects.
• Each recipient will receive a complimentary standard ticket to WAF, though attendance is not mandatory.
• The 40 Under 40 will be featured in The Architect’s Newspaper.
• Each individual will be featured on the WAF website and promoted to the WAF audience and media partners.
• Your work will be reviewed by an international judging panel, including representatives from WAF and The Architect's Newspaper.

Entry Criteria and Requirements

• Entrants must be architects aged 40 or under on 30 June 2025.
• Entrants must be from the United States, Canada or Mexico.
• Submissions should comprise of 2 x A2 boards (digitally uploaded on the online entry form)
  One should feature a completed building/interior; the other can comprise any design project or design idea.
  We will print the boards of the chosen 40, and they will be exhibited at WAF in Miami.

For any questions, please get in touch.

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