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Stunning Birgu palazzo renovation with a Dutch twist (pg 028)

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At HOMEWORKS we always face the challenge of finding that balance between featuring homes of aspiration, versus realistic homes. Ideally, we present spaces that offer a little bit of both, but which are approachable for those who don’t have an enormous budget. While those realistic spaces are inspirational, sometimes we just want to see glorious, breathtaking, no-expensesspared, magnificent homes. This issue we’ve dropped that balance and have featured truly spectacular homes, which are so impressive that they could compete with the finest homes globally. All the spaces featured this issue are entirely different, but the one thing they have in common is that the homeowners are all passionate about design.

In all cases, their relationship with the architects and designers was a very hands-on, symbiotic relationship. This collaboration is every architect and designer’s dream: a homeowner who has a true passion for creativity, but also has the means to implement it. The results of this rapport shine throughout this issue. Apart from stunning homes, this edition also brings you autumn inspiration (page 058), followed by great wall ideas in ‘Wonder Wall’ (page 062). Due to readers’ requests, page 058 brings you an Aquarium Buying Guide, while Landscapist Melina Scodanibbio explores creeper plants this edition on page 090. The season is changing with summer officially out and autumn settling in, and is “...the year’s last, loveliest smile.” Make the most out of it by getting the home ready for the winter season. We hope our spectacular homes issue inspires you to get raring to go this season!

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“I think that it would be a good idea to carry a short series of articles about buying a first property.

The articles would explain the legal requirements and possible pitfalls faced when buying a first home. Other topics that could fall within this series could be the differences between buying a first, second or commercial property, inclusive of any extra legal obligations for foreigners when buying in Malta, etc.”

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NEEDS YOU! Readers are invited to submit interesting photographs and a brief description of their homes, which may be distinct in their architectural design. Of particular interest are homes that offer outstanding elements of both interior and exterior living spaces.

HOMEWORKS will select the best submissions for future features. Send a photo and information to the attention of: The Editor, Writeon Ltd., Airways House, Level 5, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551 or editor@writeon.com.mt (photos will not be returned) ®

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COLOURFUL WORKS The new novelty pieces from Lola Glamour furniture at SatarianoHome offer a reinterpretation of forms, materials and colours, creating pieces with personality. The bespoke pieces can be made to size and in different colours to match preferred schemes. www.satariano.com

MAKING WAVES Making waves across the industry for its cute and compact design, the Libratone is a new high-quality, wireless sound system that’s designed to stream audio from iPads, iPhones, iPod touches, Macs, Windows and Android devices. The Libratone features three different sizes and models with an inspiring choice of colours for the home. Find it at LOFT, www.loft.com.mt

NEW LUXOR DESIGN The Luxor internal door by Giuseppe Bavuso is the company’s latest development, exhibiting Rimadesio’s on-going product evolution in creating new products to fit in with emerging interior design solutions.

The new doors are available in custom sizes and a variety of colours in matte or glossy glass. Find them at Form, www.form.com.mt

ABACA NEW CONCRETE PROJECT B&M Supplies presents Concrete Project, the fullthickness porcelain stoneware from Imola Ceramica, made for modern architecture and design covering solutions. The concrete is turned into a tile with a clear contemporary mood. Its minimalist style features in flooring that’s highly modular, available in different sizes. www.bmsupplies.com

The new range from carréblanc, Abaca is a prelude to their new autumn/winter collection arriving soon. With winter approaching, the range is ideal with pillowcases and quilt covers, inclusive of matching sheets and cushions, all in 100% cotton. www.facebook. com/carreblancmalta

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RADIANZ JTS Trading is now offering Radianz®, Quartz Surfaces

by Samsung. The surface is composed of advanced polymer resins and pigments, which are fused with 93% quartz – one of the hardest wearing minerals in nature. The material is available in a variety of colours to suit any interior. www.facebook.com/ samsungstaronatjtstrading

BOLT-R The new LED technology in Bolt-R ceiling recessed down lighters is easy to connect with direct 230V sans drivers. This brings the lifetime to an estimated 50,000 hours running time with a guarantee of five years. Bolt-R is available square or circular in 4.5w, 20w and also 30w, in both warm white and cool white. Find it at Spot On Supplies, www.spotonmalta.com

LOOKER Designed by Santiago Sevillano for Matntra, Looker is a new easily adjustable study lamp that evokes a Nordic setting with its wood finish. Find it at Farrugia Lighting, www.farrugia.com.mt

TEENY The new smallest up/down wall recessed LED decorative path lighter on the market is now available at Brighter Solutions, www.brightersolutions.com.mt

CHILD CHARMING New children’s bedroom furniture has just arrived at Granny Smith, offering excellent solutions for even the smallest of spaces. The choices vary from different types of beds, desks, modular wardrobes, overbed fitments, high-sleepers, and bookcases. They’re available in cream and walnut colours at GrannySmithShop, www.grannysmithshop.com

PLAY After the success of the Mosaiko and Spaziante Collection, FAER Ambienti has launched another great catalogue for kids: PLAY, which includes three new different collections. FAER uses child-friendly materials with low formaldehyde emissions. PLAY incorporates the study area together with the bedroom style, and desks have a 38mm surface top, which is strong enough for heavy books and satchels.

Book units and shelving are available in various modules and measurements. Find it at CarmeloDelia, www.faer.it

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SHOWTIME2013 This year, HOMEWORKS covers the highlights of the two largest furniture expos in the world: London Design Week 2013 and Maison Objet 2013. See the highlights that will shape the industry trends for the rest of this year and a large part of the next On location: London Design Week: Lisa Borain Maison Objet, Paris: Marc Spiteri

Wingback armchair by Spanish designer Jaime Hay贸n for Danish brand Republic of Fritz Hansen at Maison & Objet in Paris

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TRENDS HW London Design Week is an annual event, celebrating and promoting London as the design capital of the world, and as the gateway to the international creative community. HOMEWORKS brings you highlights from the week’s biggest events: The London Design Festival, 100% Design, and Designjunction

The Zartan Chair by Philippe Stark for Magis

Acorn chair by BARK Furniture

Arvo Coffee Table

by Graham Tulett for Niche London

Luxembourg Rocking Chair by Frédéric Sofia for Fermob

Glade Lamp by James Smith Designs

Bungy Sofa by Leala Dymond

Designjunction 2013 150 top brands displayed in the industrial setting of a 1960s Postal Sorting Office.

Brands this year included &tradition, Modus, Made in Ratio, Carl Hansen, Moroso, Zanotta, Bolon, Assembly Room, String, Mitab, Bla Station and Another Country

COLOUR TRENDS AUTUMN 2013

MERGE Nostalgia by merging past, present and future styles for something entirely new but familiar. Craftsmanship, reconciling analogue with digital and simple processes with innovative solutions

SEEK Curators of our era, we seek out items precious to us, fossicking in our past for something treasurable to re-use and reinvent. Collections of objects posses past histories, having been inherited, salvaged or hand made

RISE Austere, the Japanese design aesthetic is calm, quiet, considered and above all functional – a design style that is fitting with today’s need for a cocooning, composed environment and a space for contemplation

SHARE With a new generation embracing digital technology, Share invokes the idea of people sharing and soaking up information daily via social media, stimulated and inspired constantly by technology

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Maison & Objet in Paris is arguably the biggest home fair in the world, and if not for anything else, it’s trés chic! It’s unique because it not only features furniture and interiors, but also an infinite array of household objects, from fridge magnets to pillows. HOMEWORKS features some eye-catching items

LEIMU lamps by Magnus Pettersen for iittala

The Aspen Armchair by Content by Conran

Boabook bookcase deck chair by Thomas de Lussac

Vintage ABC porcelain cups and plates with 1937 typography by Architect Arne Jacobsen

Megaphone AND MegaphoneMINI iphone speaker by EN&IS Design

Sitting Baloon by Florence Jaffrain for YOUNOW

Iced Antique white barn wood showerpanel by Barn In the City

Boskke Cube self-watering planter by Patrick Morris for BOSKKE

The Fire Pit environment friendly, portable outdoor fire pit from CONTVING

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GREENWORKS A SPOTLIGHT ON ENERGY SAVING AND SUSTAINABLE INTERIORS, TRENDS AND PRODUCTS ENDLESS STAIR This year’s London Design Festival revived its longstanding relationship with the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) in a playful, yet technically ambitious public project, installed with the powerful backdrop of Tate Modern. AHEC is the leading international trade association for the American hardwood industry, representing companies and trade associations engaged in the export of a full range of U.S. hardwood products, including lumber, veneer, plywood, flooring, moulding and dimension materials. www.ahec.org

ADOPT-A-BEEHIVE Bees are important. Most fruit and vegetables, nuts and seeds, as well as food crops for farmed animals, depends on bees. However, bees are in crisis with their numbers dwindling at an alarming rate. Now it’s possible to adopt a beehive and help start a new bee colony. In return, adopters get 1lb of honey per share. www.nigelsecostore.com

I USED TO BE Complete with stepby-step instructions, Jerusalum-based industrial designer Antonina’s ‘I used to be a washing machine’ is made from the common household appliance.

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MOBILE ORCHARD The Mobile Orchard was a public installation by atmos – “an inhabitable hymn to the urban fruit tree”, commissioned as the centrepiece for the City of London Festival 2013. The project seeked to create a new kind of public landscape that merges the best of man-made design and organic nature. It offered a labyrinth of complex spaces that sought to celebrate both natural trees, and the communion of cities. The installation was also edible – a constellation of real apples, refreshed daily, were ripe for the plucking by any member of the public. www.mobileorchard.info 025

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This issue is all about truly spectacular homes. We begin with Remco and Jessica Slik’s perfect mix of classic Dutch design nuances amidst grand Maltese architecture in their Birgu palazzo built in 1558 by the Knights. Originally built to host and entertain people, the home continues to do so through the centuries (page 028). Our second home is a striking conversion in Bahar Ic-Caghaq by Kevin DeCesare – the home where he finally hangs his hat (page 040).

Daniel Scerri Periti knock the ball out of the park again on page 050 with a stunning home in San Pawl tat-Targa 027

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DREAMHOME 1 A PERFECT MIX OF CLASSIC DUTCH DESIGN NUANCES AMIDST GRAND MALTESE ARCHITECTURE MAKES THIS STRIKING PALAZZO IN THE HEART OF MEDIEVAL BIRGU THE EPITOME OF A SPECTACULAR HOME. BUILT IN 1558 BY THE KNIGHTS, THE PALAZZO WAS ORIGINALLY BUILT TO HOST AND ENTERTAIN PEOPLE, AND HAS ALWAYS DONE SO THROUGH THE CENTURIES. NOW, IT CONTINUES ITS LEGACY WITH REMCO AND JESSICA SLIK’S ENVIABLE LIFESTYLE

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his is a romantic story. Twelve years ago young Dutch Remco was appointed by his company to set up an office in Malta. In the meantime, the also Dutch Jessica was in Malta on holiday visiting her father. It was love at first sight during the dinner at Jessica’s father’s house. After a two-year distant relationship, Jessica moved to Malta to join Remco, and the couple got married in Naxxar seven years ago.

After an extended honeymoon of about ten months travelling around the world, the two decided to settle in Malta and pursue another dream: restoring an old house.

Remco, “Literally on the day of our return from the honeymoon, I saw the ‘for sale’ sign on the house. The number of our estate agent happened to be on it, so I rang him directly. It turned out that he had been trying to reach us for quite a while, as he wanted to show us this house. We had switched our Maltese phone off due to the journey...

Two days later we saw the house for the first time from the inside, and another two days later it was ours. We immediately knew that this was going to be our home.”

The couple kept close to their initial vision after buying, albeit a few developments. “We immediately ‘clicked’ with the house; the spaces, the rooms and the atmosphere. We wanted to keep it as it was, and stay as close as possible to the original.”

An essential aspect of the couple’s vision for the home was always practicality: it’s important for things to look good, but most of all they should work and make sense in daily use. They also wanted to re-use onsite materials, as well as those of the highest possible quality. The use of natural products and incorporation of true craftsmanship was vital.

“All of this complicated things, but it really paid off in the end result.”

The re-use of onsite materials was paramount, as well as those of the highest possible quality.

The use of natural products and incorporation of true craftsmanship was vital

The couple did all the interior design themselves, but commissioned local architect Gilbert Buttigieg for the structural works and additional designs. The Birgu project was his first major restoration project as an independent architect. “Gilbert understood perfectly where we wanted to go, came up with some brilliant ideas, and was also always willing to listen to our own input. We’re so pleased that Din L-Art Helwa awarded him with the 2012 Prix d’ Honneur for Restoration for our project.”

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Referred to as the grand Sala Nobile, this second living room is more of a winter room with its cosy and dramatic dark colours. The heavy curtains and glamorous decorations, as well as the significantly chunky furniture bring the space a sense of luxury. The room is used for the family to enjoy a cosy space in winter, but also for private meetings or dinners, making a cocktail at the super cool bar, or enjoying a good glass of wine next to the fireplace

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All rooms look onto the courtyard, and it’s the first space experienced upon entering. Uncovered, this space is often used as an outdoor living room with a cool temperature in summer, as well as cosy and wind-protected in the winter. The fireplace here makes is possible to even enjoy winter evenings outside. Wooden ladder and turquoise vase from LOFT

Impressive entrance to the master bedroom. The blending of the interior design with the Maltese atmosphere of the house is intentional.

The homeowners combined their Dutch rooted design with items they had seen and collected on their worldwide travels. The vast majority of all furniture and decorations were bought specifically for the location and architecture of the home

As the couple embarked on the interior design of the palazzo, their Dutch roots became invariably visible. They combined this with items that they had seen and collected on their worldwide travels. The vast majority of all furniture, decorations and details were bought specifically for the location and architecture of the home. This was needed, due to the odd sizes and shapes found within the old house. Also, as a result of details being important to them, they ensured that all was precisely the way they wanted and needed it.

All rooms look onto it, and it’s the first space experienced upon entering. The couple decided against covering it to emphasise one of Malta’s biggest assets: the glorious weather. This space is often used as an outdoor living room with a cool temperature in summer, as well as cosy and wind-protected in the winter.

The fireplace here makes is possible to even enjoy winter evenings outside.

“We just bought items that we enjoy living with, and again, are practical. Or we designed it ourselves if we couldn’t find it. A lot of the furniture and lamps are bespoke. The works of art weren’t planned and just seemed to fall into place. Some of the paintings from our collection found a totally different place in the house than first expected.”

The blending of the interior design with the Maltese atmosphere of the house is intentional. Built in 1558 by the Knights, the location is in the heart of medieval Birgu. It was important to the couple to keep the original atmosphere intact as much as possible, as it gives the house its character.

An immense palazzo, there are various rooms, each one with a completely different personality. The design accompanied the different functions, lay-outs and positions within the house.

The colours used throughout are classic, soft and natural with a matte texture to offer a relaxed feeling. The colours are pleasant and unobtrusive, giving space to the lively artworks on the walls.

The courtyard is a very important central space in the house.

Here, the furniture is kept simple, cubic and white. Designed by the famous Dutch designer Jan des Bouvrie, the snow-white sofas and stools contrast with the old environment they’re in, without asking for too much attention. The simple extra large and high white flowerpots compliment them.

In the kitchen (right next to the courtyard), the same design principles were applied: simple and white, with a combination of ultra modern in an old environment and again, with practicality in mind. The kitchen is one of the most important spaces in the house for the couple, so they poured a lot of time into the design of it. The appliances are high-end, and the working spaces ample. There’s also a large space for guests to sit around while the couple is cooking.

There are two living rooms; one which the couple refers to as the summer or entertainment room; the other referred to as the grand Sala Nobile, which is more of a winter room. The entertainment room receives ample natural light with a large foldable wall that opens up to the covered terrace, while the Sala Nobile is the opposite; cosy and dramatic, with dark colours (black and gold) and wood. The heavy curtains and glamorous decorations, as well as the significantly chunky furniture bring the space a sense of luxury. The room is 031

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An impressive five and a half metres in height, with tremendous windows and doors, the master bedroom was kept simple and empty to retain the dramatic effect. The extra large bed and XXL Chandelier designed by Marcel Wanders against an all-white backdrop gives it a marvellous sense of space. White vase and green candle on sideboard from LOFT Named The Loft, this space itself inspired the design, and the bedroom/bathroom became open plan, the division coming from the headboard of the bed. The association with a ‘loft’ led to the predominant use of the colour grey

used for the family to enjoy a cosy space in winter, but also for private meetings or dinners, making a cocktail at the super cool bar, or enjoying a good glass of wine next to the fireplace.

“This is how we saw it, designed it and built it, and it works fabulously. Our guests use it exactly like this too, so it’s great to see how it worked out and became a reality.”

all-white backdrop gives it a marvellous sense of space. The en suite bathroom here is 24 square metres, which means that it was large enough to be another bedroom, but the couple wanted the grand master bedroom to have a grand master bathroom. A huge jacuzzi alongside his and hers showers match the status.

An impressive five and a half metres in height, with tremendous windows and doors, the master bedroom is another dramatic room. The homeowners opted to keep it as simple and empty as possible to retain the dramatic effect. The extra large bed and XXL Chandelier designed by Marcel Wanders against an

The second suite is named The Loft. The space itself inspired the couple with the design, and the bedroom/bathroom became open plan, the division coming from the headboard of the bed. The association with a ‘ loft’ led to the predominant use of the colour grey. Since the room is on the top floor and 033

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Two entirely different dining spaces. To the left is the more formal and dramatic upstairs Sala Nobile, while to the right is the more approachable dining area which leads off from the downstairs kitchen The same design principles were applied in the kitchen as the courtyard: simple and white, with a combination of ultra modern in an old environment. The kitchen is one of the most important spaces in the house for the couple, so they poured a lot of time into the design of it

enjoys a lot of natural light, the grey produces a subtly warm feel, which even cools down the harsh light.

The third suite is named The Garigor because the original stone spiral staircase ends in this room. The couple used the spiral of the staircase to inspire other design details of this space, as well as the sandy colour scheme. Some very rare stone engravings from the time of the knights were found in the spiral staircase, which depict the galleys of the knights, complete with coats of arms and flags. In the early days of the house, the sea with the knights’ galleys was visible from this room. Details to match the naval historic atmosphere of the room are found in items like the special travel books and world maps (inclusive of a rare extra large reprint of the 1665 ‘Atlas Maior’ by Joan Blaue).

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The pool area is spectacular with views over the Grand Harbour. This area was designed for entertainment and relaxation in mind, with bespoke azure-coloured furniture and accessories. A three-metre long dining table made from recycled planks gives this space a rough, outdoor feeling, and is ideal for the couple and their friends to hang around together, and enjoy meals over long summer evenings.

Sunbathing areas around the deck are also ideal for more private moments.

Paper rug and blue vase from LOFT

This truly spectacular home was originally built to host and entertain people, and has always done so through the centuries. “We are all about hosting people, so the house blends in perfectly with our lifestyle. Or maybe we should say: we blended in with the house. Because the house and its history was there, we are just the temporary keepers. The only thing we want to do is cherish its history and share it with as many others as possible.�

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DREAMHOME 2 KEVIN DECESARE FINALLY HANGS HIS HAT AFTER A STRIKING CONVERSION OF HIS BAHAR IC-CAGHAQ HOME

Architectural Design: Christopher Micallef & Michael Pace o.b.o. Spacestudio Interior & Exterior Design: Michael Pace & Nicola Muscat o.b.o. Forward Architects Project Management: Richard Micallef Engineering Team: Mediterranean Technical Services (MTS) Wooden decking and fabrics: The House Shop Furniture: Auntielucy Words: Lisa Borain Photography: Tonio Lombardi Styling: Jennifer Jo Barth for Auntielucy

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he notion seems unlikely; a renowned burgeoning businessman who genuinely digs interiors. It seems improbable because there’s a certain sensitivity to those who have an enthusiasm for homes – it’s about attention to detail, creativity and being realistic about what’s really important.

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Kevin DeCesare is the paradox. HOMEWORKS has seen the homeowner evolve; back in 2007, the move from his villa to his Sliema apartment was a big one. With the desire to start from scratch, he auctioned off most of his inherited furniture pieces and paintings. There, it was all about exploring the idea of simplified and convenient living, with gadgets being paramount. Four years later, Kevin moved into another Sliema apartment – this time the focus was on warm and comfortable living. There, he was steadfast about maintaining two key elements: space and views.

It was at this time that the homeowner began the conversion of his old villa in Bahar Ic-Caghaq into a cluster of five modern houses. He engaged _spacestudio to carry out the conversion, each villa renovated with his consistent input and supervision.

Deliberate that the last villa converted would be where he would live, he took the opportunity to learn what he personally wanted, and to avoid what he didn’t through the other renovations. And so, finally, under the architectural and interior design guidance of Forward Architects, the mother of all Kevin’s conversions has come to fruition; this impossibly striking house with every aspect and detail honed to suit precisely what Kevin has evolved to want.

Kevin, “Although the other villas of the cluster are fantastic, this one is far more personal. As always, I gave the architects room to breathe and do their own thing, but I wanted all the decisions to go through my hands on this one.”

Architect Nicola Muscat, “Kevin knows what he wants, but he’s excellent at considering good design paramount. If your argument makes better design sense, he accedes. There were other times when it was the other way around – he would be sure about something and so would insist. These choices turned out to be the best options for his particular lifestyle.

He’s realistic about what he needs, which is not often the case with homeowners.”

All external lighting is LED so that the well-lit gardens, courtyards and pool patio can be enjoyed without energy efficiency concern. The wooden decking alongside the sharp blue of the water creates a striking effect. The cool, white pavilion on the patio controls sun shading so that summer entertaining is comfortable and easy Clad in a teal slate, the pool is designed for swimmers to feel as if they’re open to the horizon

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Kevin chose his own furnishings and materials to retain a personal feel to the space. He wanted to choose his own, as well as bring in the items that he has accumulated over the years. The furniture that Kevin chose kept the overall look clean, yet warm.

It’s clear that quality was paramount – most of the living room furniture is by Minotti. The large walnut wood clad living room wall with a mantle not only brings in enormous comfort to the space, but also acts as a showcase for Kevin’s various paintings and eclectic pieces. The suspended bulbous black steel ‘Focus’ fireplace integrates the open plan living and dining area, and is rotational so that the fire can face whichever area desired. Apart from the obvious warmth that a fireplace brings, it also became a striking feature, which gently breaks up the enormous space

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The insight from the previous conversions was invaluable – the trials and errors had already occurred. This one was a home run.

Retaining the site’s greenery was one of Kevin’s highest priorities. Excavation was carried out around the existing trees, which resulted in stunning pockets of plantation throughout, such as the palm trees in the courtyard, side atriums and back garden. Nicola, “This is something we as architects really appreciated; it’s not often that you get a client who understands so clearly the need for greenery. It helped us immensely in merging the indoors and outdoors. Kevin is truly committed to his garden, which means that maintenance is not an issue.”

The other converted villas were designed in a minimalist style with simple architecture, neutral finishings and colours. Kevin wanted his own home to be more colourful and obviously individual. “I wanted to be much more involved in this one. I wanted the structure to perfectly accommodate my particular way of living. In terms of furnishings and materials, I wanted to choose my own, as well as bring in the items that I’ve accumulated over the years.” The furniture that Kevin chose kept the overall look clean, yet warm. It’s clear that quality was paramount – the furniture is by Minotti, outdoor furniture

by B&B Italia and Gandia Blasco, bathrooms by Boffi, and wardrobes by Porro. Other options, such as the deep purple ceiling in the dining room and the black fittings as opposed to white, created further warmth.

The large walnut wood clad living room wall with a mantle not only brings in enormous comfort to the space, but also acts as a showcase for Kevin’s various paintings and eclectic pieces.

The suspended bulbous black steel ‘Focus’ fireplace that integrates the open plan living and dining area is rotational so that the fire can face whichever area desired. Apart from the obvious warmth that a fireplace brings, it also became a striking feature, which gently broke up the enormous space.

One of the principal architectural goals was to retain as much ceiling height as possible. Apart from the various anomalies that had to be made to achieve this (such as placing an air conditioner outside in one case), glass was used extensively.

Sloping ceilings – which were adapted from the architecture – offer the space more interest throughout. Some were reinterpreted, such as in the dining room, while others, like the kitchen, are actually sloping.

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The house was built around an entertainment lifestyle with a structure created to cater for more people in the house. The Arclinea kitchen was designed so that everything can be hidden with entirely concealed functionality. The state of the art Sub Zero wine fridge keeps wines at the perfect temperatures Retaining the site’s greenery was one of Kevin’s highest priorities.

Excavation was carried out around the existing trees, which resulted in stunning pockets of plantation throughout, such as the palm trees in the courtyard, side atriums and back garden

Sloping ceilings – which were adapted from the architecture – offer the space more interest throughout. Some were reinterpreted, such as here, in the dining room One of the principal architectural goals was to retain as much ceiling height as possible

Apart from creating successful businesses, being partial to fast cars, nature and homes, Kevin loves to entertain. The house was built around this lifestyle. The structure was made to cater for more people in the house. The Arclinea kitchen was designed so that everything can be hidden. The functionality (and there’s lot of it) is entirely concealed. An enormous state of the art Sub Zero wine fridge keeps the Petrus at the ideal 13 degrees, while simultaneously keeping the Sancerre at a perfect eight. The numerous sizeable guest bedrooms downstairs offer ample light and ventilation via their corresponding courtyards.

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The space has some spectacular design features, which are all Kevin; the triple tier waterfall, which starts from the pool deck and falls through to the master bedroom courtyard being one of the most striking ones. Also quite impressive in the master bedroom is the open plan deep and large freestanding tub, flanked by the walk-in wardrobe.

Outside, the South African inspired back garden encloses a wooden table protected by a large thatched umbrella.

All external lighting is LED so that the well-lit gardens, courtyards and pool patio can be enjoyed without energy efficiency concern. Clad in a teal slate, the pool is designed for swimmers to feel as if they’re open to the horizon. The wooden decking by The House Shop alongside the sharp blue of the water creates a striking effect. The cool, white pavilion on the patio controls sun shading so that summer entertaining is comfortable and easy.

Whether Kevin’s design evolution stops here is yet to be seen.

In the meantime, he’s enjoying his ideal space – one with a brilliant mergence of indoors and outdoors, one with countless areas to entertain, one that’s comfortable, convenient, warm and above all… personal.

In the master bedroom, an impressive open-plan deep and large freestanding tub, flanked by the walk-in wardrobe The numerous sizeable guest bedrooms downstairs offer ample light and ventilation via their corresponding courtyards A triple tier waterfall starts from the pool deck and falls through to the master bedroom courtyard

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DREAMHOME 3 Architecture: Daniel Scerri Periti Exterior Design & Finishes: Daniel Scerri Periti Structural Design: Perit Anthony Muscat Interior Finishes: Greta Apap Bologna Photography: Tonio Lombardi Words: Guy Laguens Styling: Exterior furniture – Slide from Brands International, plants and planters from Piscopo Timber & Steelwork: Link Projects

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DUE TO THE COMBINATION OF VARIOUS DESIGN SOLUTIONS

BY ARCHITECTS DANIEL SCERRI PERITI, TOGETHER WITH THE OPEN-MINDED PROPERTY OWNERS, THE RESULT IS A ONE-OFF HOME IN SAN PAWL TAT-TARGA THAT’S A JOY TO LIVE IN, COMPLETE WITH ALL THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A GROWING FAMILY he site for this villa was part of a new district of villas and semidetached villas, including another two designed by the same architect – Daniel Scerri – in the same road. As a result, the potential for a streetscape here became a conscious factor in the design. The land also neighboured a small old chapel, with its own great charm, which needed to be respected in terms of size and height.

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To this effect, the house was kept lower than its allowable maximum building height, in order to respect the proportions of the neighbouring chapel, to keep human-scale proportions to a high-standard residential area, as well as to maximise the sun-kissed area of deck space in the garden.

This site had a particular L-shape, so the best use of it in terms of circulation and sun paths was chosen. The architecture of the villa was designed as a conceptual ‘floating’ first floor volume that wraps around the garden space, with its own ‘brie-soleil’ (permanent sunshading structure) that creates a play of shade and shadow, as well as gives a human-scaled horizontal proportion to the building.

The external lighting system both highlights and accentuates the main features of the dwelling, as well as creates options for different mood settings, all linked to an intelligent home system

The ground floor is in turn designed as a recessed textured heavy wall wrapping around parts of the ground floor, which allows a play of shadows on its rough horizontal strips.

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From the entrance area, the pool and pool area can be seen across a freestanding lightweight staircase. This in turn leads into a separate wing designed for a garden pavilion feel. This space, used as a dining area, is purposely left to its architectural basics, with the heavy textured walls continuing internally, an inbuilt fireplace, the warm walnut staircase, and large glass-to-glass cornered apertures accentuating the pavilion feel and continuity with the outdoors, while overlooking the large pool and pool deck

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Straight ahead is the first focal point; a concrete and timber canopy, which doubles as an outdoor gazebo

All apertures at the ground floor were envisaged as deep recesses remaining between the separate planes and volumes.

On the first floor, apertures were carved and angled into specific directions to make the best of the viewpoints onto the nearby chapel and long distance focal points.

The entrance approach into the property starts across a bridge that spans over a sunken ‘Zen’ garden at basement level, so a glimpse of the various zones and spaces of the house are perceived.

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The internal entrance area features a triple height space filled with natural light. From here (the orientation zone) the other various zones of the villa can be perceived and seen.

Straight ahead upon entry is the first focal point; a concrete and timber canopy, which doubles as an outdoor gazebo. This space is in turn sheltered from the street by a planting screen, and offers a glimpse of the pool area across a long carpet of lawn, with a tree at its end that acts as the second focal element, and visual node of the outdoor space.

From the entrance area again, the pool and pool area can be seen across a freestanding lightweight staircase. This in turn leads into a separate wing designed for a garden pavilion feel. This space, used as a dining area, is purposely left to its architectural basics, with the heavy textured walls continuing internally, an inbuilt fireplace, the warm walnut staircase and large glass-to-glass cornered apertures accentuating the pavilion feel and continuity with the outdoors, while overlooking the large pool and pool deck.

The kitchen also overlooks the outdoor dining area and has a prominent position in the house. Each bedroom is designed with its own walk-in-wardrobe and en suite for maximum comfort.

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The site for the villa was part of a new district of villas and semi-detached villas, including another two designed by the same architect, in the same road. As a result, the potential for a streetscape here became a conscious factor in the design. The land also neighboured a small old chapel, with its own great charm, which needed to be respected in terms of size and height

The entrance approach into the property starts with a bridge that spans over a sunken ‘Zen’ garden at basement level, so a glimpse of the various zones and spaces of the house are perceived

The architecture of the villa was designed as a conceptual ‘floating’ first floor volume that wraps around the garden space, with its own ‘brie-soleil’ that creates a play of shade and shadow, as well as gives a human-scaled horizontal proportion to the building

The architecture was designed as a conceptual ‘floating’ first floor volume that wraps around the garden space, with its own ‘brie-soleil’ (permanent sun-shading structure) that creates a play of shade and shadow

Textures, materials, light, and architectural space are what define this project. The property is completely insulated (ground, walls, apertures, pipe work, ceilings) with a crossventilation system designed for maximum ambient comfort.

The external lighting system both highlights and accentuates the main features of the dwelling, as well as creates options for different mood settings, all linked to an intelligent home system.

For weatherproofing purposes, custom-made solutions were devised by the architect and integrated for various construction details, which proved to be very effective for weatherprotection and minimisation of maintenance requirements.

External finishing details were also designed with this in mind.

Thanks to the combination of various design solutions, together with the open-minded property owners, the result is a one-off property that’s a joy to live in. This relaxing home is free from unnecessary burdens of discomfort, with all the requirements for a growing family.

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WONDERWALL Don’t underestimate the capacity walls can hold in becoming fantastic focal pieces or creating specific styles altogether. HOMEWORKS brings you five fantastic wall ideas to completely transform or enhance a blank space

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Elegant wall coverings from the African Queen 2014 catalogue, starting from €85 per roll (inclusive of professional installation).

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LINEAR LIGHT LED Linear Light modular kits (made in Germany), specific for feature walls.

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DIGITAL INKJET Highly destonified feature wall from Baldocer Ceramicas by digital inkjet, €14 per square metre.

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LAMINATE The Gekko laminate feature wall by Classen GmBH. FIND IT at Vical Interiors

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Wood collection by Ceramica Imola

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BUYING GUIDE

DUE TO VARIOUS READERS’ REQUESTS ON AQUARIUM ENLIGHTENMENT, HOMEWORKS BRINGS YOU THE MAIN ELEMENTS TO CONSIDER BEFORE MAKING AN AQUARIUM PURCHASE

BUDGETS AND FISH TYPES The most expensive part of having a home aquarium is the start-up costs. Purchasing an aquarium, filters, lights, and other essentials can add up quickly if you are not careful. Fish themselves can range from inexpensive to very expensive for special or rare species. Marine (saltwater) fish and marine tank setups will cost more than freshwater setups. In both cases, the larger the tank, the higher the cost will be.

A typical tropical freshwater aquarium can safely support three centimetre of fish per four litres of water, although this will vary with the amount of water surface area. More surface area allows more oxygen, which supports more fish. Some fish are schooling fish, which by nature are more comfortable in bigger groups. Other fish may not like to be in an aquarium with any others of their own species. If they are territorial, as most marine fish and some freshwater fish can be - they will need more room in the aquarium than the average rule of thumb.

Both marine and freshwater setups have benefits and drawbacks. Marine fish are more colourful and striking, but require a higher level of care and expertise, so for a beginning fish enthusiast, a freshwater aquarium is recommended.

Freshwater aquariums tend to be easier to maintain than marine aquariums because there are fewer chemical imbalances to worry about.

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SIZE & SHAPE A good way to determine the size and type of aquarium needed is to get an idea of what kind of fish are desired. The choice will be further restricted by where the tank can be placed in the home, as well as by budget. With aquariums, bigger is always better. The larger it is, the more room there is to add more fish later. Larger aquariums also hold more water, which can help thin out chemicals or other substances that may pollute and cause illness in fish.

The shape of the tank also affects the number of fish it will support.

Avoid tall thin tanks, and opt for longer ones. The extra length will also give the fish more room to swim than in a tall aquarium.

PLACEMENT IN THE HOME Regardless of its size, an aquarium needs to be located somewhere with a level, sturdy, support surface, and where it is not in danger of being bumped into or knocked over. It should be kept clear away from heater vents, windows, or doors, as these can produce harmful temperature fluctuations. Proximity to windows is also dangerous for aquariums, because it can allow too much light into the tank, and excess light leads to algae build-up.

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Acrylic aquariums are lightweight with smooth corners that don’t chip. Acrylic also offers a less distorted view than glass. On the down side, acrylic requires a stand with support beneath the entire length of the bottom, and is easily scratched. Glass is easy to clean because it doesn’t scratch easily, and requires support only along the outside edges of the tank. On the down side, glass is heavier and the edges can chip.

FILTRATION Essentially, aquarium filters work in three different ways. Biological filtration takes advantage of the natural bacterial process involved in the nitrogen cycle. Biological filter medias provide larger surfaces for beneficial bacteria to colonize, ensure that water passes through the colonies, and help to protect those bacteria from being disturbed.

Mechanical filtration removes unsightly particles from the aquarium.

This may include fish excrement, sludge, uneaten food, or dust.

Tank water is passed through a mechanical filter media, and the particles are strained out. To prevent build-up, the filter media must be cleaned regularly.

Chemical filtration can remove some dissolved wastes from the water that a mechanical filter is unable to take care of. When water passes through a chemical filter media, the filter media chemically bonds with the waste molecules and holds onto them, thereby removing them from the aquarium.

LIGHTING Proper lighting is essential for tanks containing live plants, or fish that are dependent on light for food. Good lighting will also make the aquarium and the fish within look more attractive. Since the fish are no longer exposed to natural sunlight, providing the proper spectrum and intensity is vital for their overall good health.

This freshwater labyrinth aquarium is designed out of acrylic with silk plants and three doughnut-shaped lights that are placed underneath the black central hoods. The stand conceals the lighting and filtration components of the aquarium

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Wall mounted aquariums are becoming increasingly popular because they free up valuable floor or shelf space. Most of them feature advanced filtration, lighting, air pump and heating systems

Acrylic is lightweight with smooth corners that don’t chip and offers a less distorted view than glass. On the down side, it requires a stand with support beneath the entire length of the bottom, and is easily scratched

AQUARIUM CHECKLIST

Since fish in an aquarium are no longer exposed to natural sunlight, providing the proper light spectrum and intensity is vital for their overall good health

Filtration System Light Hood/Lid Stand Heater Thermometer Substrate Fish net Water conditioner Test kit - ammonia Test kit - nitrite Test kit - pH Siphon Algae scrubber Water bucket – 20L Reference book(s)

As a general rule of thumb, a tropical freshwater aquarium can safely support one inch of fish per gallon of water, though this increases with larger aquariums. Use the following table as a guide: Total Length of All Fish (cm) TANK VOLUME

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FIND IT AKKWARJUMALFA, Triq Testaferrata, Ta’Xbiex.Tel: 2133 5214. www.akkwarjumalfa.com BLUE REEFS, 82, Triq Guzeppi Matthew Callus, Mosta Tel: 2762 7463. www.bluereefsmalta.com 068

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Trade enquiries: www.macmed.com.mt info@macmed.com.mt tel no 21824101

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Part of the Artesà range, this new innovative piece is stylish enough for entrees, tapas and desserts, while laid back enough for serving snacks and fruit - inclusive of two rimmed Acacia wood platters and six white porcelain serving dishes. Price: €44.50. Gifts &More, Level 1, Topline, Triq Sant Andrija, St. Andrew’s (opposite Luxol).

Tel: 2137 2256. www.giftsandmore.com.mt

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IS MOULD DRIVING YOU UP THE WALL? Mould can grow on almost any substance when moisture such as condensation is present. Moulds, when they produce, make spores which can be carried by air currents and when these land on a moist surface they begin to grow. Mould feeds on nutrients such as cellulose which can be found in most papers and paints.

Crown Trade Steracryl has a proven pedigree in the prevention of mould growth. Stringent testing by the PRA (The Paint Research Association) has found it to be an effective mould inhibitor over long periods of time.

It’s not just paint.

Trade enquiries: www.macmed.com.mt info@macmed.com.mt tel no 21824101 Don’t just paint it. Crown it.

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Bird antics from carréblanc with Berenice – just one of the fun new designs in their stunning new autumn/winter range. 100% cotton pillowcases and quilt covers with matching sheets and cushions. Price: single duvet cover, €67. carréblanc, Tal-Balal Road, San Gwann. Tel: 2138 8880 / 2738 8880. Facebook: www.facebook.com/carreblancmalta

Clarke & Clarke’s new Global Lux fabric collection offers sophisticated patterns, textured plains and embroideries in cool shades of ivory, sand and pebble.

One Two One Interiors also offers a made-to-measure curtain, blind and upholstery service. Price: Starting from €20.60 per metre.

One Two One Interiors, Vjal il-Wiehed U Ghoxrin Ta’ Settembru, Naxxar. Tel: 2142 2948. Ix-Xatt Ta- Qui Si-Sana, Sliema. Tel: 2132 3155. sales@onetwoone.eu / www.onetwoone.eu

Chic style antique silver metal double pole with various end designs. Price: €50. Vical Interiors Ltd, 84, Qormi Road, Hamrun. Tel: 2125 0773 / 2725 0773. www.vicalinteriors.com

SANDBERG is an internationally renowned Swedish textile and wallpaper design company with hand-drawn designs, which helps people create surroundings that reflect their personality.

Price: Fabrics starting from €82 per metre / wallpaper starting from €68 per roll. Retroforma – Story of your home, 81 Triq ilKbira, Sliema. Tel: 2131 2173 / 9955 3581. www.retroforma.com

Perfectly seasonal and rustic with an autumnal colour palette, Brush is an artwork delight – just one of the great ranges in the new carréblanc autumn/winter 2013 Collection. Price: double duvet cover, €89. carréblanc, Tal-Balal Road, San Gwann.

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Rosenthal Studio Line present a collection of design-oriented vases made of fine porcelain – each vase also available in a miniature edition. Price: €22.50. Raphael Azzopardi, Ibrag. Tel: 21373812.

Tom’s Drag is an eclectic and idiosyncratic collection of interior accessories, ornaments, objects and furniture – colour, style and humour feature predominantly across the range of items. Price: Furniture starting from €500.

HENRI Luxury Gift Boutique, Mdina (next door to Palazzo Falson).

Tel: 2010 6307.

Ornate and beautiful mirror by Nkuku, which has been hand carved from mango wood by skilled artisans in northern India.

Price: €47.95. La Coccinella, 65, Triq Il-Kbira, St Julian’s.

Tel: 2756 3031. Facebook: LaCoccinellaMalta

An extensive variety of wall coverings, ranging from bold patterns, interesting textures and innovative materials - with the help of the team’s professional staff and extensive variety it’s easy to find the wallpaper that perfectly accents your room.

Price: Starting from €73.50 for a 10m roll. camilleriparismode, Pjazza Annunzjata, Sliema. Tel: 2134 4838. 54, Triq Santa Katarina, Rabat. Tel: 2010 2030. you@camilleriparismode / www.camilleriparismode.com 075

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Luxlegno Nudesign St. Thomas Street, Luqa.

Tel: 21 800 221 | 21 800 214 Fax: 21 800 225 Email: info@casanova.com.mt www.casanova.com.mt

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The all-new Let it Snow! range of serving platters, mugs and bowls is perfect for the Christmas table, as well as entertaining when friends pop over, featuring delicate snowflakes falling onto crisp, white, high quality porcelain against a backdrop of rich, velvet Father Christmas red. Price: Starting from €7.50. Gifts&More, Level 1, Topline Centre, Triq Sant Andrija, St. Andrew’s (opposite Luxol). Tel: 2137 2256. www.giftsandmore.com.mt

A fabulous new collection of mirrors, upholstered furniture, lamps and decorations has just arrived. Price: Venetian silver studded mirror (92cm x 122cm) €450 / (109cm x 200cm) €750 / black studded modular armchair, €650. One Two One Interiors, Vjal ilWiehed U Ghoxrin Ta’ Settembru, Naxxar. Tel: 2142 2948. Ix-Xatt Ta- Qui Si-Sana, Sliema. Tel: 2132 3155. sales@onetwoone.eu / www.onetwoone.eu

Elegant, luxurious and exciting crystal tableware and gift collections from the ‘Versace Lumiere’ collection; truly timeless, yet totally contemporary designs. Price: candlestick, €135.

Raphael Azzopardi, Ibrag. Tel: 2137 3812.

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A full-length solution (measuring 25.4 x 135.9cm) that can be hung over a rod, with 12 openings for that quick-second look to choose clothes quickly – can also be used with other accessories, such as towels, shoes, and bags. Price: €24.50. Gifts & More, Level 1, Topline, Triq Sant Andrija, St. Andrew’s (opposite Luxol). Tel: 2137 2256. www.giftsandmore.com.mt

Decorated for the home entrance, Foppapedretti ESPANSIVA is a stylish and modern clothes hanger/rack, equipped with a bar that can be pulled out up to 80cm – perfect when needed and easy to hide. Price: €215.70 (natural colour) / €222.70 (walnut colour).

Petrolea, Valley Road, Msida. Tel: 2123 4501 / 2123 5487. showroom@petroleamalta.com

Fine craftsmanship with rich mahogany wood and hand woven antiqued cane in this handcrafted solid mahogany settee – matching chairs available, as well as a wide choice of stains to choose from. (Customised orders accepted.) Price: Starting from €528. GrannySmithShop Furniture & Home Accessories, No 85, Triq San Pawl, Naxxar. Tel: 2141 8984. info@grannysmithshop.com / www.grannysmithshop.com

The multi-display Luna is a mid-size collage-like mural, which holds nine 10cm x 15cm photos or art (overall size is 58.5cm x 58.5cm) – available in white. Price: €55. Gifts & More, Level 1, Topline Centre, Triq Sant Andrija, Swieqi (opposite Luxol).

Tel: 2137 2256. www.giftsandmore.com.mt

Miele condenser tumble dryers has a honeycomb drum that uses a sculpted surface, which creates a fine film of air designed to carefully protect clothes as they dry, helping to prolong their lifespan. The safety feature offers a worry-free experience, and includes a lock that prevents unwanted changes to settings during use. All Miele Appliances are covered by a five-year warranty. Forestals Showroom, Mriehel. info@forestals.com / www.forestals.com

Fashioned to exacting standards using perfected techniques, every bedstead is handcrafted with a passion for beauty and design integrity – the choice includes cast steel, brass, nicket and chrome in single, double, king and queen sizes. Price: Special offers starting from €500. GrannySmithShop Furniture & Interiors, 85, Triq San Pawl, Naxxar. Tel: 2141 8984. www.grannysmithshop.com 079

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Handmade, unique, and inspirational hanging lights, lampshades, customised chandeliers and outdoor ball lights, carefully designed and handmade by the skilled craftsmen at the Ta’ Qali workshop. Price: Starting from €40. All Mdina Glass outlets, Malta & Gozo.

Tel: 2141 5786. www.mdinaglass.com.mt

Natural aluminium LED wall washer 3x1w LED. Price: €55.40.

VCT Ltd, Triq Ponsomby, Mosta.

Tel: 2143 2571 / 2143 6186 / 2143 2951. info@vct.com.mt / www.vct.com.mt

New elegant gypsum Trimless fittings now in, available in various models and styles to choose from. Price: €33.

D Gypsum & Lights, Triq Il-Palma, Paola. Tel: 2166 3636. www.dgypsumworks.com

Deco pendant 15x1w LED. Price: €239. VCT Ltd, Triq Ponsomby, Mosta. Tel: 2143 2571 / 2143 6186 / 2143 2951. info@vct.com.mt / www.vct.com.mt

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Ceramic feature walls measuring 17.5 x 50cm by BALDOCER – ceramics available in stock. Price: €14 per square metre.

MRCD, Triq Karmenu Camilleri, Qormi. Tel: 2146 8770. Facebook: MRCDLtd / www.mrcd.com.mt

Natural grey slate is a natural stone that comes in different dimensions and shapes, such as cubetti, polygonal, machine cut, split and hand cut, with high resistance to frost, high hardness and durability, a low degree of weathering and antiskid properties. Price: Starting from €28 per square metre. Stoneage Malta. Tel: 2142 3662 / 9952 6254. info@stoneage.com.mt / Facebook: Stoneagemalta 083

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LAUNCH GLIMPSE

HOMEWORKS brings you some highlights from SatarianoHome’s 4th-year anniversary Open Week furniture collections launch

The SatarianoHome Open Week is from October 21st–27th, from 10am to 9pm, launching the latest furniture collections

Reno by Polodivani

Lola Glamour

Maori bed by Sangiacomo

Lola Glamour

Dado Glass by Sangiacomo

Fleming by Polodivani

Cidori by Sangiacomo

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Solid wood Bamboo parquet is a natural surface material that has many of the properties of hardwood flooring. Even though it is actually produced from a type of grass it shares many of the positive benefits of a hardwood floor, it is also the cheapest solid flooring and one of the strongest and most resistant to humidity, it is composed of complex fibers that do not absorb moisture as easily as wood. Bamboo is 27% harder than oak and 13% harder than maple making it very durable.

Bamboo flooring boasts a unique appearance that is complimentary to many decors. Exotic and elegant, the beauty of Bamboo will enhance your interior while remaining true to its natural origins.

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UNBREAKABLE The New Garden Pots respond to all the necessary elements for garden decoration. Light, decorative, unbreakable, eco-friendly and clean, they’re made from linear polyethylene, which is unaffected by weather conditions, contains no solvents, and supports chemical attack. Find them at Light Design Solutions, www.lds.com.mt

ARIZONA ARENA The new versatile Arizona Arena tiles from Porcelanosa are ideal for outdoor spaces, as well as creating a seamless flow from an interior to an exterior. The new tiles offer flexible design possibilities with limitless options of colour, style, texture, size, shape, and patterns. Find them at Satariano, www.satariano.com

ECRAN The new Ecran outdoor light by LucePlan is made from 100% polycarbonate, fully resistant to Malta’s harsh weather conditions. Fitted with an eco-friendly 8W LED light source, it bathes outdoor space in a relaxing and warm glow. Available in three finishes: Opaline White, Light Green and Sand. Find it at Glow, www.glow.com.mt

COMPLETELY COMPOSITE New eco-friendly composite decking made of wood bamboo fibre and thermoplastic that offers the benefit of both wood and plastic materials resistant to moisture, rain, sun, rot and insects. Its maintenance-free properties leave behind all the typical drawbacks of decking, such as seasoning, oiling, and cracking. Find it at Brands International, www.brands.com.mt

PIT STOP RECYLABLE POTS Sherries now offers recyclable pots, which they offer a 5c rebate for when they are returned. www.sherriesgardencentre.com

Give birds a helping hand with their winter migration by providing them with food and water for their long journey (no one likes to travel on an empty stomach). Find a new range of bird feeding tubes and birdhouses at Piscopo Gardens, www.piscopogardens.com 087

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CLIMBERS

The value of climbing plants is often underestimated, and yet in today’s smaller landscapes they can play a very important role. Landscaper Melina Scodanibbio tells HOMEWORKS how Words: Melina Scodanibbio

Climbing roses fall under the category of scramblers - plants that have long, flexible stems, but which are unable to attach themselves on their own. Their thorns will help them to cling somewhat to a structure but they will still need to be tied and trained in the direction they are required to grow

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“Climbers are extremely versatile plants and are invaluable for covering unsightly areas, softening strong architectural lines, clothing bland walls, dressing up narrow walkways and effectively transforming and bringing colour to the dullest corners”

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plant that grows up rather than out is a brilliant way to save space in a small plot, and can still provide the illusion of a garden. This way, precious ground space is left clear and an interesting vertical dimension is added.

Climbers of course need an adequate support in order to perform their spatial role, be it that of separating, enclosing or sheltering. They can be trained up walls, trellises or fences, and grown over pergolas, archways and arbours.

Without a support, climbers – especially those with a trailing or scrambling habit – will form very effective ground covers.

They can quickly spread over sloping banks, look great tumbling over low walls or the edge of planters, and can be grown under trees where little else will cover those bare patches of soil. Ivy, being shade tolerant, is particularly useful in these cases. Other climbers, which can be successfully used as ground covers are Trachelospermum, Ficus pumila and Senecio macroglossus.

Self-clinging vines attach themselves by means of aerial rootlets or adhesive pads. These are not suited to a framework, rather preferring a solid surface to stick to

Climbers can quickly spread over sloping banks, look great tumbling over low walls or the edge of planters, and can be grown under trees where little else will cover those bare patches of soil

Ivy prefers a coarse surface, such as a stone wall or the bark of a tree

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GARDEN HW Climbers are roughly divided into two general groups depending on their method of attachment. Twiners are those which attach themselves by means of twining, flexible stems or tendrils and require some sort of structure or framework to weave in and out of, and climb up. They are ideal for pergolas, and if grown on a wall they will require the support of a trellis or wires. If left unattended they will also clamber up trunks of trees or over shrubs. Typical examples are Passiflora, many types of jasmine and trumpet vines (Bignonia family), honeysuckle, grape vine and Ipomoea.

Self-clinging vines make up the second group and are those that attach themselves by means of aerial rootlets or adhesive pads. These are not suited to a framework, rather preferring a solid surface to stick to. Those with aerial roots, ivy for example, prefer a coarser surface such as a stone wall or the bark of a tree, while the second group, which includes Parthenocissus, will stick to just about anything including a smooth facade. Without a support these climbers will very happily grow horizontally, adhering to anything in their path.

Ficus pumila: a climber, which can also be successfully used as a ground cover

A third category is that of the scramblers, essentially plants that also have long, flexible stems but which are unable to attach themselves on their own. Bougainvillea and climbing roses fall into this group; their thorns will help them to cling somewhat to a structure but they will still need to be tied and trained in the direction they are required to grow. Other varieties include Jasminum sambac, Tecomaria and Plumbago.

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Trumpet vines (from the Bignonia family) are ideal for pergolas, and if grown on a wall they will require the support of a trellis or wires.

If left unattended, they will also clamber up trunks of trees or over shrubs

Parthenocissus will stick to just about anything including a smooth facade. Without a support these climbers will very happily grow horizontally, adhering to anything in their path

Some climbers, such as grapevines are very ornamental, but also have the added benefit of providing fresh edible produce

Climbers are extremely versatile plants and are invaluable for covering unsightly areas, softening strong architectural lines, clothing bland walls, dressing up narrow walkways and effectively transforming and bringing colour to the dullest corners. Aside from their many functional uses, they also offer great ornamental appeal with their graceful appearance and broad variety of floral and foliar interest. Many climbers are highly aromatic too, and when trained around a door or window their heavenly fragrance is carried all the way inside the house. This can also be appreciated when sitting under a pergola dripping with scented blooms. Some plants have the added bonus of being edible, so again – when space is limited, what better way than to grow food vertically! Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis), grapes, many vegetables and climbing Nasturtiums, apart from being very ornamental, all have the added benefit of providing fresh produce.

Beauty abounds: climbing roses

Bougainvillea is part of the scrambler category; plants that also have long, flexible stems, but which are unable to attach themselves on their own. Their thorns will help them to cling somewhat to a structure but they will still need to be tied and trained in the direction they are required to grow

Maintenance for climbers depends on the varieties and growth rates, but is generally limited to trimming back to keep them in bounds or away from doors and windows. Since they have a lot of above ground growth and need to reach great heights, their roots need a bit of extra care. It is best to provide a good depth of soil, making sure it is well drained, and to dig in some organic matter. The roots will also benefit from some mulching around the plant to keep them cool in summer.

There is a vast selection of supports available, and these can be chosen according to the type of plant and style of garden: trellis designs in wood, plastic or metal, stainless steel cable trellis systems, free standing trellis supports or simply stretching wires horizontally between screws directly in the wall.

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THE ITALIAN EXPERIENCE Enjoy the most beloved symbols of Italian Cafeteria tradition with the new Lavazza A Modo Mio Favola Cappuccino and experience real Italian espresso. The new cappuccino machine produces creamy, velvety cappuccino and latte macchiato at a push of a button.

Find it at The Store at P. Cutajar Co Ltd, www.pcutajar.com.mt

CHURCHILL’S Dical House has just been selected as the exclusive representatives for the top quality UK confectionery brand, Churchill’s. Think top quality biscuits, sweets, fudge and caramel wrapped up in elegant packaging. www.dicalhouse.com

ELEGANT SHINE Setting the table with new crystal wine goblets from ‘Rosenthal’ bamboo design stainless steel cutlery and Linea Q stainless steel table accessories from Sambonet results in a feast for the eyes and senses. Stainless steel under plates and glass coasters give the table a contemporary feel alongside an elegant shine. Find it at Raphael Azzopardi, www.raphaelazzopardi.com

VINO COTTO Richly flavoured with hints of spices and dark berries, the versatile Vino Cotto is rich in aroma, full bodied, and has a bitter-sweet balance that suits sweet and savoury dishes. Just a few drops can enrich fine food dishes, while a few drizzles as a condiment or dressing can release a wonderful aroma and taste. Vino Cotto can also be used on simple desserts, such as panna cotta, caramalised figs, or sweetened ricotta. Find it at La Coccinella, www.facebook.com/ LaCoccinellaMalta

RINSE An innovation in cooking and prep gadgets, the new ‘Rinse’ is a two-in-one bowl and strainer that’s perfect for washing fruits and vegetables – a smooth, locking strainer easily folds out to catch food items in one easy tilt. Find it at Gifts & More, Topline, www.giftsandmore.com.mt

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Fall Fare Chef Mark Briffa at Venus Restaurant brings us a delicious three course meal, while Bill Hermitage at Delicata Winery brings us the best possible wine matches Recipes: Mark Briffa, Venus Restaurant, Bugibba Wine Recommendations: Bill Hermitage, Emmanuel Delicata Winery Photos: MAS

FISH RAVIOLI WITH PRAWN BISQUE Ingredients Dough 200g flour ‘00’ 2 egg yolks 1tsp olive oil pinch salt 1tsp water

Filling 200g 30g 1pc pinch pinch

white fresh fish fillets onions, chopped orange zest salt pepper

Sauce 100g red prawns 50ml fresh cream 20g onions, chopped 5g garlic

Method For the dough, combine all the ingredients together, and work the dough until it’s smooth. Leave to rest for one hour in the fridge before using. For the filling, fry the onions and leave to cool. Chop the fish into small cubes, and mix with the onions, zest and seasoning.

Shape the ravioli as desired. It’s important to brush with egg yolks when closing it.

For the sauce, fry the onion, garlic and prawns, and cook well on low heat for about 20 minutes.

Then add cream, and cook for another five minutes. Blend everything together and finally, pass the sauce through a strainer to remove all the prawn shells.

BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT – 2012 MEDINA VERMENTINO ZIBIBBO D.O.K. MALTA “On their own, the white fish ravioli are light and delicate, but with the addition of the prawn bisque this dish is transformed into a rich, full-flavoured plate of pasta, with the dominant flavours of prawn and orange coming to the fore. The use of fresh cream is also important in guiding me towards either a white or rosé wine.

In the end, I have opted for a delicious blend of Vermentino and Zibibbo, the spiciness of which works particularly well with the zesty orange flavours in this dish, as well as the wine’s fullness and body that copes admirably with the richness of the bisque.”

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HERB CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB WITH ROSEMARY JUS Ingredients 2pc 40g 100ml 50ml 40g 30ml 1tbsp pinch

lamb rack rosemary lamb stock red wine bread crumbs fresh herbs olive oil dijon mustard salt & pepper

Method For the crust, blend the bread crumbs, rosemary and other fresh herbs with salt and pepper, and some olive oil. Pan fry the lamb until it’s nice and golden brown, then brush with the Dijon mustard, and sprinkle the crust on to it.

Cook in an oven at 190c for about 10 minutes, and leave to rest for five minutes before serving.

For the rosemary jus, use the same pan that the lamb was fried in, and reduce some red wine with rosemary and lamb stock. To finish the jus, whisk some butter and add salt and pepper to taste.

BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT – 2012 MEDINA SYRAH - D.O.K. MALTA “The lamb in this dish was cooked to perfection – nicely pink, moist, and very mild in flavour. The stronger element of this dish is not the meat itself but the fresh herb crust and the rosemary jus that accompanies it. Therefore my choice of red will be a young ‘jammy’ red with ripe upfront fruit, rather than the softer more mature red that I normally prefer to drink with lamb. The Medina un-oaked Syrah is exactly that; ripe, fruity and packed with black fruit flavours.”

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COCONUT CAKE Ingredients

400g sugar 200g butter 30ml vegetable oil 200g egg whites 1tsp coconut extract 1tsp vanilla extract 400g flour 1tsp baking powder ½tsp baking soda pinch salt 400g coconut flakes 200g nutella

BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT – GELLEWZA ROSE FRIZZATO I.G.T. MALTESE ISLANDS “The first thing that hits you when you bite into this cake is its lightness and the delicate flavours of the vanilla, Nutella and coconut within. But then on the top, you have a generous covering of coconut flakes, and for me there is no better grape variety to pair up with coconut than Gellewza – particularly when it comes in the form of a demi-sec rosé wine. On top of that, you have the added bonus of this particular wine being semi sparkling, which is ‘oh so’ complementary with cake. But make sure you chill it down well first and enjoy!”

Cover Mix 400g cream cheese 200g sugar 1tsp coconut extract 200g coconut flakes Method Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, butter and coconut, and mix well. Mix the egg whites and sugar until they’re medium stiff, and fold to the other mix until smooth.

Cook for about 30 minutes in an oven at 165c.

For the cover mix, mix the cream cheese and sugar until the sugar dissolves, and then mix in the coconut flakes and coconut extract.

When the cake is cool, cut it into three layers and between the first layer, second layer, and top and sides spread the nutella.

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ADDRESS BOOK A&A Mizzi, Triq is-Salib ta’ l-iMriehel, Mriehel. Tel: 2148 8168. www.aamizzi.com Abitat, Triq Abate Rigord, Ta’ Xbiex. Tel: 2123 0982 / 2133 0978. www.abitat.com.mt. facebook.com/AbitatMalta Alistair, 1, Triq Dun Karm, B’Kara. Tel: 2722 3334 / 9947 1817. www.alistairfenech.com Attard Bros Group, Mikesand, Zona Industrijali Ta’ Qali, Attard.

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camilleriparismode, 54, Triq Santa Katarina, Rabat. Pjazza Annunzjata Sliema. Tel: 2010 2030. www.camilleriparismode.com Carini Stores, 435, Triq Il-Kbira San Guzepp, Santa Venera. Tel: 2144 9641 / 2144 0202. www.carinibathrooms.com

Gifts & More, Level 1,Topline Centre, Triq Sant Andrija, St. Andrews. Tel: 2137 2256. www.giftsandmore.com.mt GrannySmithShop, 85, Triq San Pawl, Naxxar. Tel: 2141 8984. www.grannysmithshop.com

Carmelo Delia, Triq il-Wied, B’Kara. Tel: 2147 2882. www.carmelodelia.com

Grech & Ellul, Vjal Sir Paul Boffa, Paola. Tel: 21828 059 / 2167 7571. www.grechellul.com.mt

Casanova, Triq San Tumas, Luqa. Tel: 2180 0214. www.casanova.com.mt

GRF, Bellavista Court, Block B, Triq Bellavista, San Gwann. Tel: 2137 7378 / 7942 4422. www.grfmalta.com

C.E.F (Trading), it-Telgha ta’ Spencer, Marsa. Tel: 2123 6732 / 9949 7651. www.ceftrading.com CHRISTINE X ART at ARTITUDE GALLERY, Triq Tigne, Sliema. Tel: 2131 6708 / 9984 4653. www.christinexart.com Comfort Furniture & Joinery, Triq Pantar, Lija. Tel: 2141 7420 / 7941 7420.

Creations Omni, Triq L’Mdina, Attard. Tel: 2141 1541 / 2141 7616. www.creationsomni.com Cutrico, Bypass ta’ l-iMriehel, Mriehel. Tel: 2149 8658 / 2149 8693. www.cutrico.com

Grima Furniture, Sqaq l-Ghadam, Qasam Industrijali, Mriehel, B’Kara. Tel: 2144 9947. www.grimafurniture.com Grixti Mobili, 1 Triq il-Kanun, Qormi. Tel: 2148 6511 / 9988 2233. www.grixtimobili.com Heirloom Furniture, Triq il-Qortin Nadur, Gozo. Tel: 2155 6954 / 9986 6682. www. facebook.com/heirloom.furniture. ltd Home & Gifts, M4, Shopping Complex, 194, Triq il-Linja, Attard. Tel: 2143 6285. www.homeandgiftmalta.com

D Gypsum and Lights, Triq il-Palma, Paola. Tel: 2166 3636.

Hometrends, JPR Bldgs, Qasam Industrijali, San Gwann.

Tel: 2144 5654. www.hometrends.com.mt

B4 Textiles Group, Triq il-Kostituzzjoni, Mosta.

Tel: 2143 2003. www.b4.com.mt

D’Ambrogio Gypsum & Lights, Triq Matteolo Saliba, Zurrieq. Tel: 7905 2100.

Horvin, A42 Zona Industrijali Marsa. Tel: 2122 6320 / 9989 1800. www.horvin.eu

Banju Boutique, Triq L- Arkata, Paola. Tel: 2180 9111/2. www.banjuboutique.com

De Valier, Triq San Gwakkin, Qasam Industrijali, Mriehel,, Mriehel. Tel: 2149 1111 / 2155 6694. www.devalier.com.mt

Hydrolectric, Triq il-Kappillan Mifsud, Hamrun. Tel: 2124 1111. www.hydrolectric.com.mt

Atlas Insurance, 47-50, Ix-Xatt Ta’ Xbiex, Ta’ Xbiex. Tel: 2343 5363. www.atlas.com.mt

Bathroom Design, 358, Triq In-Naxxar, B’Kara. Tel: 2144 1328. www.bathroomdesign.com.mt BDI, 1, Triq Pietru Felici, Qormi.

Tel: 2149 1727/2. www.homesbybdi.com Biggie Best, Triq tal-Balal, San Gwann. Tel: 2138 8880 / 2738 8880. www.biggiebestmalta.com Bitmac, Xwieki l/o Naxxar. Tel: 2141 8411. www.bitmacltd.com Blueline Bathrooms & Ceramics, Halmann Showroom, Triq in-Naxxar, Lija. Tel: 2131 6432 / 2131 6435. www.blueline.com.mt Blue Reefs, 82, Triq Guzzeppi Mattew Callus, Mosta. Tel: 2762 7463. www.bluereefsmalta.com B&M Supplies, B&M House, By-Pass ta’ Birkirkara, B’Kara.

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Tel: 2766 3665. www.dicalhouse.com Edwards, Lowell, 7, Triq San Zakkarija, Valletta. Tel: 2124 7447. 6, Triq San Gorg, Spinola Bay, San Giljan. Tel: 2138 4503. www.elcol.com Emmanuel Delicata Winemaker, The Winery on the Waterfront, Paola. Tel: 2182 5199 / 7982 5199. www.delicata.com Farrugia Lighting & Interiors.

Triq Dun Karm Xerri, Iklin. Tel: 2141 9111. www.farrugia.com.mt Ferralco, Triq il-Birrerija, Mriehel.

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Ideacasa, Il-Wied ta’ l-Imsida, B’Kara. Tel: 2278 600. www.ideacasa.com.mt Il Camino, 48 / 49, Triq Fleur de Lys, Birkirkara. Tel: 2144 1689 / 2149 5726 / 7988 8999. www.ilcamino.net Joe & Jerry Furniture, Triq Hal-Tarxien, Gudja. Tel 2169 6669. www.joeandjerryfurniture.com Joinwell, Triq il-Mithna, Qormi.

Tel: 2278 2000. www.joinwell.com.mt Jos Debono Jewellers, 26, Triq il-Merkanti, Valletta. Tel: 2123 6858. www.pavilion.com.mt JTS Trading, Triq il-Kummerc, Qormi. Tel: 2149 6415 / 9944 6951. www.jtstrading.com Krea, Triq I-Imdina, Qormi. Tel: 2146 3501. www.krea.com.mt La Coccinella, 65, Triq il-Kbira, San Giljan. Tel: 2756 3031.

FGP, 109, Triq Valletta, Luqa.

Tel: 2166 7107 / 2167 5384. www.fgp.com.mt

Leisure Pools, No. 25, Triq Victor Denaro, L-Imsida.

Tel: 7947 3922. www.leisurepools.com.au

Float Glass, 26B Zona Industrijali, Marsa. Tel: 21494314. www.floatglassltd.com

Light Design Solutions, Triq Emmanuel Schembri, B’Kara.

Tel: 2149 6843. www.lds.com.mt

Forestals, Bypass Mriehel, Mriehel, B’Kara. Tel: 2343 6000. www.forestals.com Form, Triq il-Wied ta’ l-Imsida, Msida. Tel: 2144 6000 / 2144 2535. www.form.com.mt

MacMed, B24 Bulebel Industrial Estate Zejtun. Tel: 2182 4101. www.macmed.com.mt Maison, Triq B’Kara, San Gwann. Tel: 9905 2428. www.maisonmalta.com Mario Vella, Marissima, Triq il-Melissa, Mgarr, Malta.

Tel: 9944 6896. mariovell@hotmail.com M.Demajo Timbers, Misrah Iz-Zebbug, Qormi. Tel: 2148 7078. www.demajotimbers.com Mdina Glass, Crafts Village Ta’ Qali, Attard. Tel: 2141 5786. www.mdinaglass.com.mt MRCD, Triq Karmenu Camilleri, Qormi. Tel: 2146 8770 / 9949 2016. www.mrcd.com.mt Muscat Pool Construction & Supplies, Muscat Building, Triq Gammari Camilleri, Mgarr.

Tel: 2158 2761. www.muscatpools.com

R Living, Triq is-Sebh (Mriehel by-pass), Qormi. Tel: 2149 9699. www.quick-step.com.mt / www. rliving.com.mt Rockababy, 156/158, Triq il-Kbira, Mosta. Tel: 2701 3823 / 9976 2529. www.rockababymalta.com Satariano, 122, Triq il-Wied, B’Kara. Tel: 2149 2149. www.satariano.com Scavolini Store Malta, By-Pass ta’ Birkirkara, B’Kara. Tel: 2149 5751. www.malta.scavolinistore.net Seamless, 4, Triq Guze Duca, Qormi. Tel: 2144 0404 / 7940 0404. www.seamless.com.mt Shaker, Triq il-Gibjun, San Gwann. Tel: 2138 7686 / 2738 7686. www.shaker.com.mt Sherries, Triq Burmarrad, Burmarrad. Tel: 2158 0021. www.sherriesgardencentre.com

Nestlé Malta, Triq Pantar, Lija.

Tel: 2338 9000. www.facebook.com/ NESCAFEDolceGustoMalta

Sigma Coatings (Malta), KW24, Zona Industrijali Kordin, Paola. Tel: 2166 8053. www.sigmamalta.com

Next Home, Triq Bisazza, Sliema. Tel: 2134 4156 / 2132 0221. www.nextmalta.com.mt

Spot On Supplies, Triq il-Palmi, Paola. Tel: 2166 8880 / 7981 7777. www.spotonmalta.com

NK Woodworks, 7, Triq il-Ballut, Mosta. Tel: 7940 2368. www.nkwoodworks.com

S&S Bathrooms, Triq il-Mosta, Lija. Tel: 2141 2222. www.ssbathrooms.com

OK Home, Triq Rue d’Argens, Gzira. Tel: 2134 3865/6. www.okhome.com.mt

Sterling Jewellers, 6D, Triq ir-Republika, Valletta.

Tel: 2124 5999. info@sterling.com.mt

Onepercent Group, Triq il-Wied, Imsida. Tel: 2546 5000. www.onepercent.com.mt One Two One Interiors, Vjal il-Wiehed U Ghoxrin Ta’ Settembru, Naxxar. Tel: 2142 2948. Ix-Xatt Ta’ Qui Si-Sana, Sliema. Tel: 2132 3155. www.onetwoone.eu

Stoneage Concrete, 153, Triq is-Saghtar, Mellieha.

Tel: 9942 2197. www. stoneageconcreteflooring.com T4B Services,Canter Business Centre, Triq PF Bilocca, Marsa. Tel: 2569 2121. www.t4bservices.com

Oxford House, Triq Notabile, Mriehel. Tel: 2546 4000. www.oxfordhouse.com.mt

The Atrium, Bypass ta’ l-iMriehel, Mriehel. Tel: 2147 0000. www.theatrium.com.mt

Petrolea, Triq il-Wied ta’ L’Msida, Msida. Tel: 2123 4501 / 2123 5487. www.petroleamalta.com.mt

The Big Apple, 81, Triq San Pawl, Naxxar. Tel: 2141 4533. rlautier@rplent.com

Philip A Tabone, Distribution Centre, Triq Hal Luqa, Qormi.Tel: 2144 1800 / 7971 7190. sales@patabone.com Piscopo Gardens, Triq Toni Camilleri, San Pawl il-Bahar, Burmarrad. Tel: 2158 3755 / 7909 2848. www.piscopogardens.com Portelli & Brincat, Triq Kukkanja, Santa Venera. Tel: 2148 8199 / 2148 2831. info@portelliandbrincat.com.mt Protrade, Triq is-Sebh, Qormi, Tel: 2148 7644, 2148 5203. www.protrademalta.com Provence Art Gallery, 22a, Triq Sir Adrian Dingli, Sliema. Tel: 9943 0053. jvm163@gmail.com

LOFT, Triq San Pawl, Naxxar.

Tel: 2099 9966. www.loft.com.mt

Raphael Azzopardi, 6, Triq il-Uqija, l-Ibrag, Swieqi. Tel: 2137 3812. www.raphaelazzopardi.com

Lux-It, 105, Triq Hal-Luqa, Paola. Tel: 2166 5544. www.lux-it.com

Retroforma, 81, Triq il-Kbira, Sliema. Tel: 2131 2173. www.retroforma.com

Luxonas, 16, Triq il-Fejgel, Nigret, Rabat. Tel: 2780 0578. www.luxonas.com

Rintal Malta, 8, Triq Fra Giuseppe Zammit, Pembroke.

Tel: 9947 6595.www.rintal.it

The Curtain Studio. Tel: 7960 0367. Facebook: The Curtain Studio The Rug Gallery, Triq ix-Xatt ta’ Qui Si Sana, Sliema, Tel: 2133 4191. www.rugs.com.mt Vadala Company, 16, Triq Il-Kummerc, Qormi. Tel: 2144 9592 / 2144 9266. www.vadalacompanyltd.com / www.pica.it VCT Light & Design, Triq Ponsomby, Mosta. Tel: 2143 2571. www.vct.com.mt Vee Gee Bee, 2, South Court, Vjal ir-Rihan, San Gwann.

Tel: 2138 9690 / 2138 1380. www.vgb.com.mt Vella Falzon Bathrooms, Triq Regjonali, Msida. Tel: 2144 5165. Triq L’Imgarr, Ghajnsielem, Gozo. Tel: 2155 0232. www.vellafalzon.com Vical Interiors, 84, Triq Hal Qormi, Hamrun. Tel: 2125 0773 / 2725 0773. www.vicalinteriors.com Windsor, Triq l-Indipendenza, Mosta. Tel: 2701 0282. www.windsormalta.com

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Liveyourpassion Pavilion Jewellers, 43, Republic Street, Valletta.

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Jos. Debono Jewellers, 151, St Lucia Street, Valletta.

Tel: 2124 4839.

Email: info@pavilion.com.mt