This year’s winners were selected from a pool of over 1,000 entries from more than 70 countries, making it one of the most competitive years in the history of the festival. The awards were handed out in a variety of categories, including residential, commercial, cultural, and sustainable design.
One of the standout winners of this year’s awards was the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore, designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie. The iconic building, which features three interconnected towers topped by a sky park, was awarded the top prize in the Commercial Mixed Use category.
Other notable winners included the National Museum of Qatar, designed by Ateliers Jean Nouvel, which took home the award for Cultural Building of the Year. The museum’s striking design, inspired by the desert rose, has quickly become a landmark in Doha and has been praised for its innovative and bold architecture.
In the residential category, the winner was the Sky Habitat in Singapore, designed by Moshe Safdie. The building, which features a series of terraced apartments with lush greenery and communal spaces, was lauded for its unique and sustainable design.
In the sustainable design category, the winner was the Solar Orchid in Thailand, designed by Spark Architects. The building, which harnesses solar energy and incorporates green spaces throughout, was recognized for its commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly design practices.
Overall, this year’s winners of the WAF design awards showcase the best and brightest in the world of architecture. Each project demonstrates innovation, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of design. Congratulations to all the winners of the 2024 WAF design awards!
