Gozo meets Japan
As holiday rentals go, Tanizaki’s Shadows apartment in Għajnsielem takes the prize for one of the most innovative AirBnbs on the Maltese Islands. Award-winning architect Chris Briffa tells Adriana Bishop how he was inspired by a Japanese book to transform a nondescript property into something unique.
Reinventing an icon
Having worked on numerous projects around the world, London-based Maltese interior architect Simon Abela has now completed his first hospitality project back home and he’s “over the moon” with the award-winning results.
When a tree dictates the house design
Architect Chris Briffa was recently awarded a special commendation in the Malta Architecture and Spatial Planning Awards for a villa in Balzan. His innovative design revolved around a landmark tree.
A very visionary project – the rebirth of Teatru Salesjan
After 116 years, the Teatru Salesjan in Sliema didn’t just need a facelift, but a thorough and carefully planned makeover to give it a new lease of life for the next 100 years. Architect Chris Briffa talks about how he set out on this one-of-a-kind project.
The multitasker transforming properties into your dream space
There’s far more to doing up a property than matching cushion covers and most of the work revolves around technical issues and regulations.
Creating magic through artistic collaborations
Collaboration is one of the key priorities for Arts Council Malta’s internationalisation strategy. Dr Romina Delia explains to Adriana Bishop how ACM is putting its Strategy 2025 into action.
‘The majority of women Fidem works with were victims of domestic abuse’
Women who need help finishing their education are finding invaluable support the Fidem Foundation is helping.