In preparation for the "world's largest annual, international, live architecture event," the World Architecture Festival recently announced its shortlists for the best new buildings, landscapes, and interior projects from around the globe. As media partners of the WAF 2021 Awards, Archinect is showcasing this year's shortlisted projects. 

Continuing with the Festival's awards program announcements, following is this year's shortlist for the WAF Certified Timber Prize. According to Ben Gunneberg, CEO of Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC): "It is inspiring to see the large variety of buildings in the finals, benefitting from the use of certified timber in so many ways. While some of the architects chose timber for its flexibility and robustness, others appreciate its natural look and the positive effects it has for people, climate, and the planet." 

Eight shortlisted projects have been selected from a series of submissions from 13 countries and 28 architects and project teams. 

Adohi Hall by Leers Weinzapfel

Ariake Gymnastics Centre by Nikken Seeki + Shimizu Corporation

Micro Library Warak Kayu by SHAU

Mon Repos Turtle Centre by KIRK

Daramu House by Tzannes

Harbour Kiosk by LAAB Architects

Scion Innovation Hub, Te Whare Nui o Tuteata by RTA Studio and Irving Smith Architects

Climatorium by 3XN

View more category shortlist projects here. The Festival coordinators share that this year, the WAF will reconvene in Lisbon at the FIL exhibition center from December 1–3. 

As a media partner with the World Architecture Festival, Archinect and Bustler will keep you up to date about the announcement of the final winning projects in December.