An energy building in the desert.
Kalyon Karapınar is an energy facility.
  • The World Architecture Festival revealed its 2024 "Building of the Year" shortlist.
  • Hundreds of entrants submitted completed buildings to be recognized in this year's competition.
  • Business Insider selected 14 impressive buildings shortlisted this year.

Every year, the World Architecture Festival (WAF) recognizes a "Building of the Year," and the 2024 shortlist includes some of the world's most incredible buildings.

Over 350 buildings were entered into the completed buildings category, and 225 were shortlisted. Other categories include future projects, landscaping, and "Inside," which judges the interior design of buildings.