Patterned tiles are usually associated with traditional design. However, in this residential project which blends traditional and contemporary, the use of patterned tiles, adds a clean, crisp and modern feel to the common areas of this townhouse. Using light hues of blues and green, the patterned tiles further connect the interior of the house, with the external area, transforming an otherwise plain space into a colourful welcome to the rest of this beautiful home.
Halmann Vella was the main contractor in charge of the refurbishment of eCABS offices in St Julian’s. Works carried out included the removal of all existing finishes, structural alterations and the fabrication and installation of all Terrazzo cladding and flooring. All this work together with the management and coordination of all subcontractors was carried out in a very tight schedule of 3 weeks, whilst respecting and satisfying the elaborate design and drawings instructed by Architect, Sandro Valentino. Material used: Precast Terrazzo – Versatile XL Design by: Valentino Architects
Different hues of marble cut in various shapes make for a visually stunning office and corridor flooring at the Malta Gaming Authority’s office. The floor design in the corridor, compliments the wall panels and artwork, making an otherwise long and narrow corridor, visually appealing. The materials used for the flooring are Cream Karaman and Kyknos White Marble combined with Wenge Limestone.
The architects’ brief consisted of transforming an old, typical Valletta townhouse, previously used for residential purposes into a luxury guesthouse. The idea was to keep the traditional feel of the house whilst adding a contemporary feel. The original flooring of the house, which was made of traditional patterned tiles, was considerably damaged and so it was decided to replace all the flooring. Halmann Vella were called in, to produce a custom made pattern, which complements not only the traditional aspect of the house but also its branding. To further enhance the luxury feel of the guest house, in other areas …
The Valletta City Gate project aims to transform the main entrance to Malta’s capital by creating a coherent scheme for an area that has suffered from controversial and confused urban development. The undisputed historic and architectural heritage of the site will be preserved and restored, while the creation of new cultural and civic venues will create a more vibrant urbanity. The project includes the renovation of the City Gate – a symbolic site, the conversion of a portion of the historic dry moats that flank the city, the design of a new Parliament building, and the restoration of the Opera …
Casa Ellul – a brand new, stunning, unique and intimate Valletta Boutique Hotel. Casa Ellul is a magnificent celebration of a marriage between past and future when it comes to style, architecture, design and decor. Situated just opposite the Carmelite Church in Old Theatre Street, Casa Ellul gives Valletta’s magic a high end style while echoing the grandeur of times gone by, when the City was full of life.
Brooks Brothers, America’s oldest apparel brand, open its newest retail location in La Valletta, Malta. At 160 square meters, on the three floors of a beautiful restored building in Malta, the new store located next to the well-known Cordina coffee shop.
The Bank of Valletta new offices replace old premises built during the time of the British rule and that served as government offices for a number of years. The new building was built in a way that respects the historical character of the bastions. The project also included a regeneration of the area surrounding the building which included the restoration of the column dedicated to former governor Frederick Cavendish Ponsomby.
Villa Arrigo is an elegant and luxurious villa having immaculate gardens, a grand marquée, tastefully furnished, air conditioned and centrally heated, offers you a perfect location for any occasion.
The Verdala Palace is the official summer residence of the President of Malta. It was built by Grandmaster Hugues Loubenx de Verdalle in 1586 on the site of a hunting lodge previously owned by Grandmaster Jean Parisot de Valette. The palace is known for its surrounding boschetto, which is a large semi-landscaped area that was used by the Knights of Malta for game hunting. The palace was embellished over the years by Grandmaster Giovanni Paolo Lascaris and Grandmaster Manoel de Vilhena. It is also surrounded by a stone quarried ditch. The building itself is two floors high and has five …