The World Architecture Festival (WAF), in partnership with The Architects Newspaper, has announced the winners of its inaugural 40 Under 40 North America initiative, recognizing exceptional young architectural talent across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This groundbreaking program celebrates the individual skills and creativity of emerging architects under 40 years old who are reshaping contemporary architecture through their innovative work.
"This program is about recognizing and celebrating the individual skills and creativity of younger architects, whether working in offices or their own practices," said Paul Finch, WAF's program director. "Being exhibited at WAF will make a mark among international architects from around the globe, and will enhance professional reputations and career prospects."
The 40 winners were carefully selected by an international jury and represent a diverse range of architectural practices, from independent studios to large corporate firms. Among the notable winners are several architects who have gained recent recognition, including Andrew Linn of BLDUS, Lindsey Wikstrom of Mattaforma, Laura Salazar of salazarsequeromedina, and Jimmie Drummond of DRUMMOND PROJECTS.
The complete list of winners includes: Adam Wiese from RDG Planning & Design, Alex Pedersen from WWP Architects, Andrew Linn from BLDUS, Andrew Weigand from Gluckman Tang Architects, Armida Fernandez from Estudio Ala, Ben Wathen from TVS, Brandon Hall from BHA, Carolina Montilla from Gensler, Charles Laurence from Proulx NÓS architects, Daniel Feldman from ZITA, Erik Martinez from talacha, Farida Abu-Bakare from WXY architecture + urban design, Ignacio Cabrera Luque from Cabrera Luque y Asociados, Inca Hernandez from Inca Hernandez Atelier, Isaac Michan Daniel from Michan Architecture, Jimmie Drummond from DRUMMOND PROJECTS, Juan Sala from Sala Hars, Juan Rodriguez from MHS Architects, Kfir Gluzberg from Kilogram Studio, and Khoa Vu from Studio KHOA VU.
Additional winners include Laura Salazar from salazarsequeromedina, Lilia Koleva from NEUF architect(e)s, Lily Chishan Wong from beep beep, Lindsey Wikstrom from Mattaforma, Lisa Rammig from Eckersley O'Callaghan, Marina Leboreiro from Faci Leboreiro, Mayur Patel from PerkinsWill, Michelle Old from Kirksey Architecture, Miguel Campo from 10 Design, Raymond Fort from Arquitectonica, Sammy Shams from HKS, Sebastián Canales from CRB arquitectos, Taehyung Park from Field Operations, Tim Williams from HDR, Tura Cousins Wilson from Studio of Contemporary Architecture, and Xinyi Liu from Geoedugaming.
All 40 winners will have their work featured in a special exhibition at the World Architecture Festival, scheduled to take place in Miami, Florida, from November 14 to November 16. This prestigious platform will provide international exposure for these emerging architects and showcase their innovative contributions to the field. The complete 40 Under 40 North America list will also be published in an upcoming issue of The Architects Newspaper, further highlighting their achievements within the architectural community.
