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Please download our general catalogue from www.scavolini.com

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ALL THINGS REMARKABLE

BY LISA BORAIN

020 welcome to As soon as the season waves its magic wand over us, all of a sudden everything becomes softer and more beautiful. There isn’t anything quite as wonderful as coming home to a cheerfully decorated and cosy home.

It’s not about the size of your Christmas tree. After all, in the eyes of the children, they’re all about 20 metres tall anyhow! It’s about creating a Christmas spirit within the home by reaching all of the senses - the right materials and colours, the right lighting, the right decorations and the right sounds and scents.

This issue we feature three spectacular homes, all different in their styles and sizes, illustrating that Christmas cheer can be brought to all types of spaces – large or small, modern or traditional.

Lyndon and Lillianne Hadley-Coates’ house in Zejtun is a remarkable example of how the combination of a couple’s ideas and skills can achieve perfect design by simply following what they really need. (Page 20)

SUBLIME ARCHITECTURE

BY LISA BORAIN

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One of the most spectacularly designed penthouses at Tigné Point reveals that contemporary doesn’t necessarily have to lack cosiness and Christmas glamour. Interior Designer Greta Apap Bologna makes her HOMEWORKS debut with a bang on page 28.

A grand 17th century palazzo, recently restored by Joanna Spiteri Staines and the team at Architectural Project, is the epitome of fine architecture with finishings that create the perfect mix of contemporary with traditional. (Page 40) This year, we went to town with the Christmas inspiration! Designers Emma Armstrong, Greta Apap Bologna and Sarah Zammit offer their distinct Christmas inspiration with ideas to pinch on page 48.

Find out how to get creative with poinsettias on page 63, see this season’s hottest Christmas looks, colours, textures and latest trends on page 65, find out how to bring ecochic to Christmas on page 67 and how to get your home smelling Christmassy sweet on page 71.

As always, we never skimp on the food and wine, particularly at this time of year. Bill Hermitage of Emmanuel Delicata Winery and Chef Andre Bonnici from Leonardo Restaurant - Southport bring us Sunday Lunch on page 75.

After all, it’s Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air. It’s not simply a date but a state of mind. We hope that this issue will stir that Christmas spirit in all of you and put you in the mood to deck the halls and make your home cheerful and bright this season!

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PENTHOUSE WITH PENACHE

BY GUY LAGUENS

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HOMEWORKS CHRISTMAS GUIDE OVER 100 GIFT IDEAS IN TODAY’S SUNDAY TIMES

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HOMECOMPETITION

Editor Lisa Borain

We want your Feedback!

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT TROIKA ZAMMIT

Forward your ideas outlining what you would like to see published within HOMEWORKS.

Art Director Marc Spiteri

The person submitting the most interesting idea/concept will receive a classic white frame, worth €139 courtesy of The Mirror Shop.

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HOMEWORKS Feedback, Level 5, Airways House, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551 or email: info@writeon.com.mt

Photography MAS ALAN CARVILLE ALLEN VENABLES contributors GRETA APAP BOLOGNA EMMA ARMSTRONG ELISABETH CARDONA JO CARUANA BILL HERMITAGE GUY LAGUENS SARAH ZAMMIT Sales & Marketing MATTHEW SPITERI 2133 9999 Pre-press and Printing Progress Press Postal Address / E-mail WriteOn Ltd. Airways House, Level 5, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551 Malta info@writeon.com.mt

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HOMEWORKS is published by writeon ltd. every two months on Sundays with an audited circulation of 39,500 copies distributed with The Sunday Times of Malta.

Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission from the Publisher is prohibited. All rights reserved. Dates, information and prices quoted are believed to be correct at time of going to press but are subject to change and no responsibility is accepted for any errors or omissions. Neither the editor no publisher accept responsibility for any material submitted, whether photographic or otherwise. While we endeavour to ensure that firms and organisations mentioned are reputable, the editor can give no guarantee that they will fulfil their obligations under all circumstances. © 2008

MARIKA SCHEMBRI IS THE WINNER OF THE SUSHI SAKE AND SPICE SET, COURTESY OF THE HOUSE SHOP. Marika Schembri wrote: Dear Editor,

“I would like to thank you for a fascinating magazine! How absolutely lovely it is to relax on a Sunday in the company of such an informative magazine. It’s wonderful to see all the beautiful homes featured in HOMEWORKS. For those of us who are not lucky enough to enjoy the privilege of having a big home, I would like to see more on how to furnish and design smaller homes that are limited in space. I would like to see more ways and means on how to make the most out of our average sized rooms. Thanks once again and please keep up your good work. I cannot imagine anything these days that hasn’t a price tag stuck to it, except of course, HOMEWORKS! Well done.”

Marika Schembri

READERSWROTE “Thank you so much for HOMEWORKS - it has been an absolute lifesaver on more than one occasion. My wife and I are always “revamping”, but we’ve reached a stage where we feel that the most important aspect to design is lighting. We would be very appreciative of a feature on lighting and how different effects can be created. Some designer tips on how to create the illusion of space and length is an element that we’re particularly keen on.”

“I sincerely congratulate the HOMEWORKS team for each and every edition of the magazine. My husband and I have decided to redecorate our house from traditional/classical to contemporary. We would definitely like the help of a professional designer. Since we have never used one, we would like to know how we should go about choosing one. An article, inclusive of what style each designer is specialised in, alongside an example of their work would be very helpful. I would really appreciate some insightful tips on this.”

Jason Hill

Sonia Chetcuti

NEEDSYOU! HOMEWORKS 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 Malta or info@writeon.com.mt (photos will not be returned)

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HOMENEWS

CAMILLERIPARISMODE PEUGEOT MILLS

A new stock of Peugeot mills have just arrived at camilleriparismode, Sliema. After over 160 years of manufacturing pepper mills and coffee grinders, the Peugeot brand is still the reference in the most famous of kitchens.

With six pre-selections for pepper and three for salt, the stainless steel Elis Collection allows for the fineness of the grind to be selected precisely.

MDINA GLASS OPEN WEEK

A special event for your calendar at this time of year is the Mdina Glass pre-Christmas open week (6 – 14 Dec). This year the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary and at its factory in Ta’ Qali skilled glassblowers can be seen creating the exceptionally high quality designer glassware. Visitors will also have the opportunity to buy the range of hand-made glassware at up to a 75% discount, making ideal presents.

LIGHT PROJECTS LTD TARGETTI POULSEN LAUNCH

Recently Targetti Group bought over Louis Poulsen who have now become the third largest supplier of lighting systems in the world.

An official launch, with over 300 guests was held in Malta, at Fort Manoel on Manoel Island.

DONEO LOEWE SET

Art is the slimmest Loewe set ever. What makes it unique is that its slim design does not mean sacrificing any features. It comes with all the convenient features required for a first-class home cinema experience – despite the Art 42 SL’s slim housing profile of just 90mm with a screen diagonal of 106cm. Art therefore not only displays high definition images in full-HD resolution, but it also features particularly flowing picture transition thanks to 100Hz technology and 24p motion picture display. The result is greater sharpness of movement. Also integrated in the slim-line housing are receivers for DVB-T and DVB-C, with the additional option of DVB-S. this allows you to receive HDTV programmes without the need for any additional devices. The DR+ hard disk recorder, with its generous 250GB capacity, can also be included on request. Loewe Art is available in 2 sizes; 42” and 47”. In Chrome or High Gloss Black, Art proves its particular style credentials with elegant restraint.

GALEA TILES

Why not consider traditional Maltese tiles for your new home? Galea Tiles of Hamrun hand-make all tiles to your colour requirements from a choice of over 300 patterns. Their tiles are perfect for use with underfloor heating, are durable and don’t fade.

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VINCI GARNIER THIEBAUT TABLE LINENS

Since 1833, Garnier Thiebaut has involved itself heavily in the tradition of French styled textiles. Inspired by the richness and wealth of a creative heritage. Combined with an extensive experience in textile manufacture, the treasures of bygone periods has been carefully revitalised under the brand of Garnier Thiebaut. Garnier Thiebaut produce topof-the-line tablecloths, runners, napkins, placemat, teatowels and many other items with modern, creative and original designs. Sold in the most prestigious department stores throughout the world, Garnier Thiebaut is now available at Vinci in San Gwann.

PETRA-ART CONSULTATION Natural materials, wood, stone, linen and leather always add a touch of class, usually at a price of course. Petra-Art is now helping clients choose and order their own materials and bring them to Malta from India, cut to size and ready to lay at very competitive prices. The range is vast and varieties of limestone, sandstone, quartzite, slate, marble and granite are available with the client’s option to specify size, thickness, finish and profiles.

ZARA HOME NOW OPEN

Bringing the latest fashion trends to home furnishings, Zara Home focuses on textiles such as bed, table and bathroom linens, complemented by tableware, cutlery, glassware and decorative items. Offering customers several different decorative atmospheres to choose from: Contemporary, Classic, Colonial, and White, Zara Home continuously updates its product range.

SPOT ON SUPPLIES NEW GIFTS As part of the large selection of modern light fittings for indoor and outdoor use, Spot On Supplies has recently introduced a large selection of decorative gifts, varying from colourful and transparent vases, LED light flower vases, table lights, re-chargeable LED candles, bowls and more. The full selection can be seen at the showroom in Palm Street Paola.

SERENDIPITY DE KERCOET

A unique selection of furniture adaptable for all styles. De Kercoet use handcraft techniques in the production of their fine timeless pieces. This solid wood furniture is recognized for its quality and originality and can be found exclusively at Serendipity in San Gwann.

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THE HOMEWORKS TEAM WISHES YOU ALL A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR! IT TAKES A WIDE VARIETY OF CONTRIBUTORS AND PROFESSIONALS TO CREATE HOMEWORKS. WE’D LIKE TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO EXTEND A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE HELPED US THROUGHOUT 2008 CONTINUE TO CREATE A PUBLICATION THAT CONSISTENTLY BRINGS READERS INNOVATION, INSPIRATION AND STYLE:

Architecture Project, Architecture Greta Apap Bologna, Interior Design Emma Armstrong at Stem Interiors, Interior Design Patissier Jimmy Aquilina at Essence Restaurant Chef Donald Baldacchino at Essence Restaurant Chefs Adrian & Kevin Bonello at de Mondion, Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Andre Bonnici at Leonardo Restaurant - Southport Jonathan Bonnici at One Two One Interiors Atillio Briffa, Homeowner Zillah Bugeja, Editorial Geoffrey Busuttil at Crown Paints / Macphearson Paints Mara Camilleri at camilleriparismode Chef Clint Carabott at Zest Restaurant Elisabeth Cardona, Editorial Jo Caruana, Editorial & Coordination Michael Caruana at Fort Chambray Alan Carville, Photography Walter & Patricia Cassar, Homeowners Mark Cassar, Homeowner Mark Cassar, Photography Tereza Cassar Toreggiani at Form Richard Cleland at Cleland & Souchet Bob & Laura Cleverton, Homeowners Annmarie Coppola at Home Trends Reno Cucciardi, Graphic Design Dura & Martin at Asia Arts Luisa Diacono, Interior Design assistance Chef Mark Edwards at The Arches Restaurant Paul Ellul at Point Break Restaurant & Lounge Bar / Adira Sailing Centre Richard England, Architecture Alex Frendo at Fino Carl Gauci at Singways Lyndon & Lillianne Hadley-Coates, Homeowners Chef Jonathan Hampson at Zest Restaurant Bill Hermitage, Wine Editorial Marlon & April Howes, Homeowner Guy Laguens, Editorial Tracey Madden, Studio Co-ordinator Melanie Meilak at Ideacasa Maria Mercieca, Architectural Design Christine Mercieca at San Anton Presidential Palace Matthew Mercieca, Architecture Peter Mercieca & Jason Attard at Bo Concept Desmond Mizzi at @240 Yves Muscat at LSD Michele O’Reilly at The House Shop Mark Pace, Architectural Design Patti & Giuseppe Piazzi, Homeowners David Pisani / Metropolis, Photography Mary Grace Pisani, Editorial Chef Frank Refalo at Aztec Restaurant & Lounge Bar Peter Ross, Garden owner Royal Malta Yacht Club, Location Rachel & Michael Scicluna, Homeowners Shirley Scicluna at Sigma Coatings Malta Ltd. Melina Scoribiano at Calamatta Landscapes Carlo & Stefania Schembri, Architectural Design Chef Joseph Spiteri at Maji Wine & Dine Joanna Spiteri Staines, Architecture Roberta Stivala at OK Ltd and OK Home.

Vanessa Stivala at Gifts & More at Topline Pippa Toledo at Shop 55, Interior Design Drew Wadland at Maroque - Fine Furnishings from Morocco Dawn Warrington at Biggie Best Katija Weidersum at Design House, Interior Design Mark Vassallo at Vascas Allen Venables, Photography Sarah Zammit, Interior Design Darrin Zammit Lupi, Photography An extra special thank you to all the advertisers who have continued to support the magazine.

Another special thank you to those close team members, who work on HOMEWORKS every day: Johann Aquilina, Accounts Chris Psaila, Design Marc Spiteri, Art Director Matthew Spiteri, Sales

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COLOURS THIS CHRISTMAS THIS SEASON, COLOURS ARE A LITTLE ON THE UNUSUAL SIDE - HIGHLY NON-TRADITIONAL WITH COMBINATIONS LIKE AUBERGINE AND CHARTREUSE, BLACK AND WHITE OR BURNT ORANGE AND GOLD. METALLICS ARE HERE THIS YEAR IN A BIG WAY - AN ALL-METALLIC CHRISTMAS TREE IS EVEN ACCEPTABLE. GET CREATIVE WITH CHAMPAGNE COLOURS, PLATINUM, MUTED GOLDS AND SILVERS. READ MORE ABOUT THIS SEASON’S COLOURS AND LOOKS ON PAGE 065.

KARIM RASHID

SKOOL BY PAR STARCK

MISTER KNORR BY PAR STARCK

XO COUTURE BY PHILIPPE STARCK

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All Things Remarkable It’s probably a safe bet that no-one else in Zejtun has a fuchsia-coloured garage door, much less the same colour mushrabias. HOMEWORKS finds out why Lyndon and Lillianne Hadley-Coates’ home is so remarkable.

Words: Lisa Borain Photos: Allen Venables Styling: Emma Armstrong

It’s hard to decide which is more spectacular – this glorious house or the glorious couple who own it. It’s a close call.

This is a man who recently taught himself to read and write Egyptian hieroglyphics, ran a marathon in three hours, ten minutes and who taught himself to play the didgeridoo.

This is a woman who has a degree in mathematics, has developed a great relationship with four step-daughters and now runs Lil’s Yard Wines, importing wines from small producers. She has also just learned to ride a bike at the age of fifty.

Lyndon and Lillianne are an extraordinarily interesting couple with a penchant for all that’s remarkable. Between them, they’ve got it covered – science, culture, style and a smashing sense of humour.

The spectacular house in Zejtun is their second labour of love in Malta and a clear representation of their interests. The first was smaller, almost a tester for what they were capable of creating. This one is far more ambitious, with a gorgeous mix of materials, a smart fusion of old and new and skilful methods of maximising light and air. The end result is truly magnificent: a space that makes the visitor want to explore every nook of the house without forgetting the enormous open-plan layout.

The couple bought the house in 2002 and teamed up with Architect Kevin Farrugia.

There was a clear brief: to maximise light, air, communication and connectivity throughout the home, as well as to create a fusion of old and new through materials such as traditional stone, concrete and steel.

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The concept: to maximise light, air, communication and connectivity throughout the home.

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Lyndon and Lillianne had an advantage that not many can boast of – Lyndon has a PhD in chemical engineering. This – combined with a particular interest in architectural photography – meant that there was no guessing, neither with the building calculations, nor with the style.

The couple is extremely well travelled. It’s evident that they have created a translation of their travels within the space. The house has many details that indicate a particular concept or culture. Lyndon worked out of Saudi Arabia for sixteen years and his interest in photography was probably the birth of an attraction to Arabic architecture and all things Arabic - hence the mushrabias, as well as the Arabic and Egyptian book and music collections. Lillianne loved India and their freedom in colour, thus the extensive use of fuchsia and orange – the kitchen apertures, the kitchen cupboards, the leather furniture, the front, back and garage doors.

Brightly coloured rugs are widespread throughout and there is a significant commitment to colour on the immense walls.

What grounds all these different styles is quite literally, the ground. The floors (and pool) are all in Indian stone, a combination of limestones and quartzites.

Incidentally, Lyndon imports the stone himself and has become something of a specialist on it, offering consultation services here in Malta. The stone gives the space a robust feel – a sense of mother earth in an otherwise contemporary space.

The roof structure consists of seven curved steel tubes carrying twenty-four laminated flat glass sheets, supported on stainless steel spiders. Water flowing through the tubular structure picks up solar energy used to indirectly heat the domestic water supply.

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THE IDEA THAT A SUSPENDED BRIDGE LEADS TO A PLACE OF DREAMING CREATES SOMETHING OF A SURREAL EFFECT...

The curved, tubular steel bridge with wooden treads mirroring the roof structure, leads into the main bedroom and adds interest to the colossally high ceiling, as well as creating a sense of different levels. The idea that a suspended bridge leads to a place of dreaming creates something of a surreal effect; much like the feeling graphic artist Maurits Cornelis Escher’s work has stirred in so many.

This house could just have easily been built by a top international architect; one who has studied and is fluent in the science of structures, the craft of building and the art of space making. What makes this home so interesting is that Lyndon and Lillianne have combined their ideas and skills, achieving all of this by simply listening to what they really wanted through time. What’s next? “A house in the style of Antonio Gaudi!”

Silver round coffee table & cushions by Maroque. Vase & flowers by One Two One Interiors.

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SublimeArchitecture WHEN PURCHASED IN 2002, THIS GRAND PALAZZO WAS IN SEVERE NEED OF ATTENTION, WITH A NUMBER OF STRUCTURAL PROBLEMS THAT JEOPARDISED THE INTEGRITY OF THE ENTIRE HOUSE. LED BY JOANNA SPITERI STAINES, ARCHITECTURE PROJECT RESTORED THE PALAZZO TO ITS FORMER GLORY, GIVING IT THE ULTIMATE RESPECT DESERVED, WITH AS LITTLE INTERFERENCE AS POSSIBLE. Words: Lisa Borain with notes provided by Joanna Spiteri Staines Photos: Allen Venables Styling: Greta Apap Bologna Architect: Joanna Spiteri Staines & Architecture Project Architectural Designer: Michael Trapani Galea

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This palazzo is a truly outstanding space, positively radiating grandeur and opulence. It’s almost difficult to grasp that a family actually resides here – it seems too grand, too stately to be someone’s home. The fact of the matter is that it was always meant to be someone’s home. The presence of the 18th century chapel on the first floor is one of the highlights of the space and when standing before the altar and gazing up at the splendidly restored cupola, an awareness of the beauty of the space is immediate. Architecture Project’s outstanding work allows for the realisation of the immense historical significance. The comprehension is almost surreal.

The palazzo had been vacant for a long time before its purchase in 2002 and was in severe need of attention, with a number of structural problems.

All furnishing and accessories by Fino.

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Records indicate that the palazzo was built in the 17th century by a Bishop who was very active in establishing orphanages and other such institutions for the general good of the Maltese population of the time. The date 1621 was found during the course of restoration works, inscribed on one of the keystones of the doors at ground floor level. The Bishop was the son of a judge at the Grand Masters’ Court who married Ursola (Orsola) Falsone – a woman wealthy in her own right and most noted for having donated her own land in Valletta for the building of the Archibishops’ Palace by her son.

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“…I believe it is one of a kind architecturally…”

Apart from having built the Archbishop’s Palace in Valletta and this palace, records also show that the Bishop built another country villa in Rabat close to Verdala Palace. Little remains of this other country villa, but it is said that the Bishop’s last resting place and in fact unsubstantiated records mention this as the place where he committed suicide.

It is probable that the area in which the palazzo was built was totally uninhabited and open to potential aggression from raiding parties landing close by. The defensive nature of the building with musket holes at ground floor level would have been necessary due to this exposure.

The austerity of the ground floor is balanced by the lighter ornamental elements at roof level, such as the balustrades and the cupola and lantern of the chapel.

However, these would have been added at a later date, probably contemporary to the addition of the chapel in the 18th century. The facades do not present any moulding or protruding aperture frames and only the cornice is slightly underlined by a string course which runs all around the building.

The architects’ approch to the chapel was not to demolish any part of it, but to repair utilising current techniques of plastic repair.

Contrasting with the austerity of the exterior, the courtyard is Baroque in its construction. This large paved space is organised on a square layout bordered by three bays and closed by a fountain in an exedra.

Three of the bays lead to the outbuildings whereas the opposite three (on the road side) are blind. The perimetre wall of the courtyard is further animated by a series of pilasters and by alternating pots and stone ball finials. The fourth side of the courtyard leads to the house through two elliptical arches on the ground floor, which support a terrace on the first floor, reached through an imposing stone staircase.

The internal spaces of the house attest to the successive phases of construction and modifications to the building, visible in the different architectural and structural elements used throughout.

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Dining room table and all accessories, floor lamp, rug, side table, vases & flowers, painting by Fino.

The chapel is a richly decorated space composed around a square. It is located on the first floor and reached through an arch surmounted by a protruding cornice. Two large windows on opposite sides of the space, together with a lantern at the top of the cupola, provide a generous amount of light. The Baroque décor of the chapel is remarkable for its delicateness and for its use of a rich repertoire of sculptural ornaments that all seem to find their origin in the altar, appearing to grow out of the wall around the altar piece.

The chapel had been abandoned for many years and was in a very bad condition. The entire dome and lantern exhibited numerous cracks. The architects’ approach was not to demolish any part but to renovate utilising current techniques of plastic repair. One of the major cracks emanated from an arch and this was taken down and re-constructed. Apart from this, the entire chapel was re-pointed, cleaned and given back its status with a copy of the titular painting.

As described in the historical report, the chapel was a later addition. However, there is little available historical data and hypothesis of it is based solely upon identification of the various styles that existed in the early 18th century. It was also quite common that in this Baroque era, houses were re-embellished and chapels added. The addition of further rooms and a chapel would have been a pre-requisite for the improved living conditions of that century, not to mention elevated status.

Joanna Spiteri Staines. “This was one of those rare cases where the client was totally sensitive towards the value of the building. Our brief was to transform this house into a residence for a family of four without compromising the integrity of the building. In fact, we were requested to alter the structural fabric as minimally as possible.

“Even though the permit allowed for further changes the client was reluctant to touch the fabric of the building, so our approach was to adjust rather than drastically alter.”

Chaise lounge, floor lamps, sofa, chair, rug, coffee table, side table, back of sofa side table, cushions, long stem flowers and table accessories by Fino.

White gilded mirror by Stem Interiors. Christmas tree and decorations by Christmas Palace. Clear vase in groove by Zara Home.

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Silent Gliss Roller Blinds

Even the most quiet roller blinds can speak for themselves.

Silent Gliss curbs the harmful rays of our powerful summer sun and at the same time allows for maximum light filtration. Since the fabrics used in the blinds help to control the amount of heat entering / leaving the room, great savings can be made on electrical consumption from air conditioning systems etc. Whatever your particular taste, you can choose a fabric to ideally suit your home or office environment.

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“Conservation philosophy advocates minimal intervention...”

A principle problem was the structural instability of the walls. The intervention and major decisions made related to how much of these walls would have to be rebuilt. Conservation philosophy advocates minimal intervention. The architects therefore had to balance minimal intervention with resolution of structural stability. The major and most difficult decisions related to the careful demolition of walls and their rebuilding. This was done by marking out on site the areas which had to be demolished, numbering and photographing each area, careful formwork to hold the rest of the building up and painstaking reinstatement.

The house in Baroque times would have functioned as having habitable rooms on the first floor whilst the ground floor would have been used for the storage of a horse and cart and the service areas. Furthermore, the house was a fortified dwelling at the perimetre of the village, so the ground floor was kept as solid as possible, with windows on the ground floor overlooking the street, serving as possible apertures from which to shoot at intruders or aggressors.

In order to make the ground floor habitable, further natural light was required. The original permit drawings requested the removal of arches from an entire room in order to provide an internal staircase in a modern material linking the ground to the first floor. Even though a permit was given for this, further examination of this solution rendered it as unacceptable for the creation of an internal staircase and an alternative solution was devised.

“The biggest challenge of this project was dealing with the structural problems and resolving them together with the incorporation of a staircase, which everyone except myself and the builders said was impossible.

“I believe that we have given the house a kind of integrity that is timeless.

There is no contemporary addition, but this was done purposefully – the house was given the ultimate respect with as little tampering as possible.

I believe it is one of a kind architecturally in that it has a magnificent courtyard and a series of internal spaces that are rare in Malta.”

A special thank you to Fino for making this shoot possible by providing all furniture and accessories

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The Penthouse with Panache Interior Designer & Stylist: Greta Apap Bologna Photos: Allen Venables Words: Guy Laguens

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Despite the various challenges that this penthouse at TignĂŠ Point presented, Interior Designer Greta Apap Bologna welcomed the challenge and made the impossible happen: the delivery of a highly elegant and quality finished space within an extremely tight time frame.

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The penthouse homeowner’s brief to Interior Designer Greta Apap Bologna wasn’t a particularly easy one – the main request was that the penthouse be designed from start to finish as soon as possible. This, and there was to be no corner cutting; he wanted the delivery of a high quality finished apartment, designed with style and easy to maintain.

When designer and client initially met to go over the plans, Greta immediately spotted changes she would like to make. She explained that she would like to swap the main entrance with the secondary entrance – basically rotate everything 180 degrees. Her reason for this somewhat drastic suggestion was to enhance the view upon entrance to the apartment, as well as to conceal a service shaft that was originally in the entrance hall. Her suggestion was to create a new laundry room / pantry that would conceal the shaft. The kitchen would then be close by with views directly overlooking the pool area.

Greta. ”The client had asked me if all these changes were really necessary. My reply to him was simple and straightforward – if you want ‘wow factor’ throughout the penthouse then yes, it is necessary! He trusted me on the call and went ahead with my proposal.”

The space was originally a four-bedroom apartment, but the homeowner opted to create two spacious double bedrooms with bathrooms ensuite, as well as a gym and a study.

One of the restrictions that Greta faced from day one was that all materials had to go up either by the stairs or in the lift. When ordering the furniture she had to be certain that the pieces could be dismantled into boxes that would either fit in the lift or could be carried up 9 floors on foot.

As the time frame was extremely tight, orders for all the finishes had to be placed immediately. The materials used were of the highest quality – cut-to-size tundra grey marble with a honed finish, custom-made doors, specially ordered light fittings, solid 20 mm American walnut parquet, specially ordered fabrics, motor blinds and wallpaper, as well as free-standing furniture.

Cutain fabric and mosaic silver wallpaper by camilleriparismode.

The stunning wallpaper from camilleriparismode in the bedrooms and the sitting/dining room has become a feature in itself – the same goes for the curtain fabrics. As there is so much natural light all around this property – it has terraces all around so rooms are flooded with light – Greta could afford to opt for darker fabrics and finishes to counteract the glare and brightness. The colour palette consists of browns, greys, black and white with metallic references in specific areas.

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“I wanted to create an elegant penthouse, yet at the same time not too Spartan or cold. The warm brown tones marry extremely well with the metallic silver-grey wallpaper in the dining room – the shimmer on this wall balances the shimmer in the silk taffeta curtains in the sitting room. One normally associates curtains with more classical interiors, but It’s the application and the type of fabric that determines this factor. As this fabric is very elegant and simple, the look achieved is one of contemporary elegance. ”The colour scheme throughout the main areas is grey marble flooring, American walnut parquet and white walls. Chestnut brown curtains with two-toned beige blinds, black accessories, the silver and grey metallic mosaic wallpaper, the white kitchen and grey Corian top work very well together.”

As in any space, a large part of the feel of the apartment is owed to the lighting design. Regardless of the tight time frame, each fixture was specifically chosen. The pendant light above the dining table accentuates the dining area’s exceptionally high ceiling.

“When I was designing the lighting layout for this area I immediately knew that this room deserved a wonderful pendant light suspended directly above the table and all the remaining lighting would be directly onto the curtains and wallpaper opposite. I knew exactly what pendant fitting I wanted to use here, as I had seen it in one of Elektra’s catalogues whilst working on another project. I wanted a large black fitting, so I opted for two of these fittings slightly spaced apart so that overall I would achieve the total length required.

They work really well here and they give off a magical purple-pink glow.”

As the island in the kitchen was so large, Greta didn’t want to ruin the surface by having one or two joints in the material. For this reason, she opted for a Corian work surface. There was no crane to take up a solid piece of marble or glass or granite, so she had to find a material that could be taken up in a few pieces and then buffed on site to remove any visible joints – the result was a seamless work surface of large dimensions.

In general, the textures and finishes are extremely different throughout the penthouse, yet work surprisingly well together.

“I enjoy combining rough textures, such as cocoa fibre matting with smooth solid walnut parquet, touches of polished stainless steel, rich bedding and stylish curtains – all these textures are extremely different but look beautiful when mixed together.”

Despite the various challenges that Greta faced, she forged on and made the impossible happen: works on the penthouse started in April 2008 and were concluded by the beginning of September. The apartment was fully functional; finished, furnished and accessorized.

“The only way that I could have pulled this project through over such a short time span was because I had a great team of people working with me, as well as a very capable project manager – we all pulled the same rope throughout the duration of the project. I also had a super client who had full faith in me and really believed that it could happen. The owner has moved in and has already called me up to tell me that he’s thinking about what our third project will be together… I’m looking forward to that!”

All dining table accessories by camilleriparismode.

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Emma Armstrong’s

Christmas Twinkle Stylist: Emma Armstrong Photography: Allen Venables

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All items available at Stem Interiors.

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Candles and fairy lights create a twinkling Christmassy effect. Aubergine, chartreuse green and pewter were used for the colour scheme and the celebrated frangipani fairy lights set off the scene.

A sunburst mirror with a convex centre and a chartreuse pendant lamp tie in the look and complete the ‘wow factor’.

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Greta Apap Bologna’s

Gold & Red Christmas Spread Stylist: Greta Apap Bologna Photography: Allen Venables

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Striped place mats, gold sotto piatti, white dinner plates, white soup plates, white side plates, gold cutlery, white runner, crystals scattered on the table, gold centre piece bowl, red apples, white and gold balls in centre piece, white square plates, red apples in the centre of each plate, small gold apple decorations, brown plate with white detail, tea candles by camilleriparismode crystal candelabra, gold cup candle holders, pine cones and honey comb decorations, grey pebbles, crystal napkin rings, crystal name place holders, crystal salt and pepper, crystal toothpicks container, crystal Christmas tree table decorations, green and yellow pears, transparent crystal sand by One Two One Interiors.

Ice bucket, artificial ice by Junction 66.

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The gold and red are easily festive and would appear traditional if not for the extensive use of white and crystal. Contemporary touches create a classic look and feel, without appearing ultra modern - the result is an elegant setting.

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Sarah Zammit’s

Chic Parisian Christmas

Shoot Location: Singways Showroom Stylist: Sarah Zammit

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Black glass square table, Wenge and suede dining chairs, black matching glass side board by Singways.

100% linen orange table runners, linen matching napkins, centre piece orange candle by Cleland & Souchet.

PRADA decorative umbrella, gold tealight angel by Orienta.

Black gothic style Champagne flutes and water glasses, Stellar table cutlery, gold wax fill votive mini candles with feathers, gold & black set of dinner candle sticks, 88cm glass Christmas tree on base, 47cm sequin Christmas stocking, red-orange vase, wine cooler

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The use of beads, feathers and black add drama to the table. The orange creates a vibrant and fun feel.

The black wine glasses and candelabra add interest and the use of gold brings a touch of luxurious festivity to the theatrical setting.

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poinsettia IT DOESN’T GET MUCH MORE FESTIVE THAN A BRIGHT BUNCH OF POINSETTIAS AROUND THE HOLIDAYS. IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT STYLE YOU PREFER THE CHARISMATIC CHRISTMAS FLOWER IS AVAILABLE IN A VARIETY OF COLOURS AND BRINGS LIFE AND MOVEMENT INTO ANY DESIGN. HOMEWORKS BRINGS YOU SOME GREAT IDEAS ON HOW TO GET CREATIVE WITH POINSETTIAS.

Most of the time, we buy and use poinsettias as a potted plant. A great idea to vary it is to use the flowers and other leafs in a arragnement in a vase. It’s distinctive and creates a more contemporary effect.

Cut greens are so useful and easy to find. Take a walk with clippers in hand and find things like twigs, pinecones, pine branches and holly if you can. Give the pine cones a spray with either clear, brown or gold to enhance the look. There are lots of greens that make decorating easy - one of the best greens is the Mirror Plant or Coprosma, with its shiny green or variegated leaves - the branches lay nice and flat.

Candles really make flower arrangements come together. Use an oasis to hold them or scatter them around, but be sure that they don’t burn down and set fire to the greens. If you are using bigger candles or ornaments it’s best to work on the oasis early on and tape it down with narrow green florist tape. Nothing is worse than having the candles tip over after you are finished. Use thin florist wire to fasten and insert your choice of accessories.

Another lovely idea is to have a tall pot of poinsettias by the front door. Fill the bottom with plastic bubble wrap and make them nice and tall.

Add some greens to give them a fuller look.

For potted arrangements, the least expensive containers are wicker or woven baskets. Next up the line are clay pots. Ceramic clay pots are widely available. Check for good drainage holes to ensure that your poinsettias have a long life.

Lightweight plastic composite containers are very good, look like clay and cost about the same.

If you ever have the opportunity, try making a poinsettia tree. All you need is three different sized oases. If you put it on a table to give it a little extra height, or use it as a centrepiece, it can be the highlight of a Christmas dinner or party.

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THIS SEASONS CHRISTMAS

LOOKS THE COLOURS OF THE SEASON ARE TRADITIONALLY FOUND IN CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS OF RED, GREEN AND WHITE. WHILE THESE ARE ALWAYS POPULAR CHOICES, EACH YEAR WE FIND A BUNDLE OF DIFFERENT (AND SOMETIMES UNUSUAL) COLOURS BEING USED TO DECORATE BOTH INDOORS AND OUTDOORS. THIS YEAR HAS USHERED IN A NUMBER OF UNEXPECTED COLOUR COMBINATIONS THAT CAN BE USED TO PERSONALIZE YOUR CHRISTMAS DÉCOR.

The purpose for this year’s trendiest patterns is to add a touch of the unexpected to holiday décor.

Anything that you wouldn’t typically associate with Christmas can now be found on everything from festive table linens to napkin holders.

The simple inclusion of new colours and patterns can completely update the look of your holiday celebration. For traditionalists, select a couple of intriguing pieces from this year’s hottest holiday décor ideas to revamp your favourite Christmas decorations.

PATTERNS & TEXTURES

Christmas isn’t just for solid blocks of colour anymore. Patterns are being incorporated into the trendiest of Christmas decorations. There are a range of textures and prints of all kinds cropping up in this season’s hottest patterns: • Glitter and sparkles – anything that shines is sure to be a safe bet.

• Feathers, beads and fringe – soft and fluffy detail is the way to go.

• Animal prints and flowers are unexpected additions to gift wrap.

If you’re not interested in the traditional colours of the season (even in their nontraditional forms) there are a number of new trends in colours for Christmas decorations in 2008.

Metallics are a constant this year, alongside some new shades. Almost all the popular solid colours are made more dazzling with the accompaniment of a metallic.

The most popular colour combinations making an appearance this year are:

Aubergine, Chartreuse & Pewter Black & Gold Black & White Deep Burnt Orange & Gold

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Christmas DREAMING OF A GREEN

Stay eco-friendly while decorating for Christmas this year. HOMEWORKS highlights some great green ideas.

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Forget that tangled mess of Christmas lights that blow out year after year. LED Christmas lights are brighter, cool to the touch and, if one goes out, the rest stay lit. Plus, they’re entirely ecofriendly. LED lights are also particularly bright because the light actually comes from inside the chip, which is manufactured in a particle-free environment to prevent impurities. A coloured cap surrounds the LED, giving off the coloured glow. Look for trendy colours of warm whites and purples this year in faceted cone and berry shapes.

While they may cost a little more, LEDs tend to stay lit for the lifetime of the product, which means fewer to no replacements. Plus, there’s no heat transfer so they’re safer to use on any living or faux foliage.

Traditional decorating incorporates live wreaths and fresh garlands this year — both indoors and out. The holidays are not just about the visual but about the scents and smells that evoke good memories.

This year’s trend includes basic spruce, eucalyptus, pepperberry and magnolia. The square wreath is also making a comeback, highlighted with eucalyptus. Non-traditional uses of fresh greens, such as a wreath around a hurricane vase as a centerpiece for a table, or on the backs of dining room chairs are ideas to be seen this year. Another option is to fill an unused fireplace with lights and greenery as an unexpected landing for Santa.

Christmas produces a lot of waste each year in wrapping paper, shopping bags and packaging of store-bought Christmas presents, so it’s a good idea to think about using recycled paper for wrapping. There’s not always a huge selection of different colours and styles at the shops, so why not decorate the presents yourself with ribbons, paint and maybe even include some fresh cones or berries on top?

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Scents

FOR THE SENSES

The sense of smell is extremely powerful emotionally, evoking memories and lifting spirits.

Help your home along this Christmas by following these sweet smelling ideas that will be sure to enhance your festive mood.

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MAKE YOUR OWN SIMMERING CHRISTMAS POTPOURRI. FOR A TRULY SENSATIONAL FRAGRANCE YOU WILL NEED A POT OF WATER, ORANGE, LEMON AND APPLE PEELS, CINNAMON, DRIED CLOVES, ALLSPICE AND NUTMEG. HEAT THE WATER TO A LOW BOIL AND THROW IN YOUR FRUIT PEEL. ADD ALL THE SPICES AND SIMPLY ALLOW THE SCENT TO WAFT THROUGH YOUR HOME.

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Stud oranges, lemons or apples with whole cloves and place them in a large bowl – this adds colour to a room while also generating a delightful aroma.

Natural pine evokes all kind of Christmas feelings so even if you can’t have a whole tree, bring a little of it into your home. Cut some pine branches and place them in a small pot (try wrapping this in Christmas paper for extra effect), decorate with fairy lights and enjoy their natural aroma.

Bake cookies and include spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. After baking, use a toothpick to make two large holes at the top of each cookie and, once cooled, thread a ribbon through them. These can be used as tasty, aromatic Christmas decorations.

Throw some spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and vanilla beans into an open fire for an instant burst of scent.

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SundayLunch With Emmanuel Delicata Winery

This Sunday Lunch is brought to you by Chef Andre Bonnici from Leonardo Restaurant Southport in Marsaxlokk.

Bill Hermitage from Emmanuel Delicata Winery has selected the ideal Delicata wine to accompany each dish.

Photography: Alan Carville

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Baked Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Chilli Cardamon & Thyme Butter Ingredients Serves 6 Gnocchi: 450g 50g 25g 150g

sweet potatoes parmesan cheese butter plain flour good pinch of cinnamon pinch of salt and pepper

Cardamom and thyme butter: 200g 10 1 20g 20g

salted butter (room temperature) cardamon pods, crushed whole chilli, finely chopped & deseeded fresh thyme fresh parsley, chopped

Method: Roast the sweet potatoes until tender, peel and mash while still hot. Add cheese, butter cinnamon, salt and pepper and slowly sieve in half of the flour. Mix well and add the remaining flour slowly. Tip out the mixture on a floured surface and allow the mix to dry for approximately 1 hour.

Once the mix is dry, mould into 25g balls and use the back of a fork to shape. Refrigerate the gnocchi for at least 2 hours before cooking. Boil in salted water for 4 minutes. Once the gnocchi is ready place in a hot pan add half of the cardamon, thyme butter and toss in the pan, careful not to burn the butter. Serve.

Method for butter sauce: In a mixing bowl add all the ingredients to the butter and mix well. Place the butter on a greaseproof paper and roll into a sausage and refrigerate. This will keep for up to a month.

BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT: 2007 MEDINA GRENACHE ROSE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; D.O.K. MALTA. The flavour of gnocchi on its own is often fairly neutral but when you bring in slightly sweetish flavours like cinnamon and sweet potato combined with fairly strong flavours like cardamom and chilli, you will more than likely need a wine that is both light and refreshing with a degree of sweet fruit. A chilled bottle of Medina Rose Grenache has all those elements and should make a nice companion to this dish.

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Marinated Duck Breast with Roasted Fig, Onion Tarte Tatin & Pomegranate Jus Ingredients Serves 6 Duck marinade: 6 2 1 10 2 2 30g 2tbs 1/2tsp 80mls 30g 6

duck breast squeezed oranges orange zest crushed juniper berries sprigs of fresh rosemary sprigs of fresh thyme rock salt coriander ground cinnamon extra virgin olive oil crushed peppercorns fresh figs

Tarte tatin: 2 10g 25g 15ml 1 6

large white onions thinly sliced butter castor sugar balsamic vinegar sheet of puff pastry tart cases sesame seeds to sprinkle salt and pepper

Pomegranate sauce: 3 1/2ltr

whole pomegranates beef or veal stock knob of butter

Method for marinade: Place duck breast with skin side up in a pyrex dish and add the rest of the ingredients over it. Leave overnight.

Method for tarte tatin: Add sliced onions, butter, castor sugar and balsamic vinegar in a non stick pan and cook slowly until onions are caramelised and sticky. Allow to cool.

Sprinkle the bottom of the tart cases with sesame seeds, add the onion mix and cover with the puff pastry. Bake for 10 minutes at 200 degrees.

Method for pomegranate jus: De-seed the pomegranates and place in a liquidiser - blitz for a couple of seconds and pass through a sieve. Place the mixture in a pan and reduce by half.

Add the stock and simmer gently. Whisk in the butter.

Cooking and finishing off the dish Sear the duck breast in a hot pan, skin side down until golden. Place the duck and figs (6) in the oven for 6-8 minutes until pink at 200 degrees. Allow the duck to rest for 4 minutes. Slice the duck and serve with tarte tatin, figs and pour the jus.

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BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT: 2007 VICTORIA HEIGHTS MERLOT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; D.O.K. GOZO. This particular marinated duck beast will benefit from a red wine, but one with low soft tannins. Red wines with harsher tannins would probably clash with the sweetish onion tart and the fruity pomegranate jus. The Victoria Heights Merlot has a little barrel maturation as well, which will soften it slightly and make it more compatible with the fairly mild flavoured duck.

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Kannoli with Orange & Caramel Mascarpone Ingredients Serves 6 Kannoli dough: 250g 20g 25g 80ml

flour, plain, sieved unsalted butter at room temperature sugar red wine

Orange & caramel mascarpone: 80g 80ml 250g 50g 1 1 shot

sugar water mascarpone icing sugar orange zest orange liquer

Method for dough: In a mixing bowl place all the ingredients and mould into a soft dough - refrigerate overnight. Once the dough is refrigerated, roll it and pass through a pasta machine to thin it. Using a circle cutter, cut out the dough and place cuttings onto a kannolli cylinder.

Deep-fry until golden brown.

Method for orange & caramel mascarpone: Add the water and sugar together and simmer until golden. Add the orange zest. Pour the mix onto a greaseproof paper and allow to set. In a mixing bowl, add the mascarpone, icing sugar and the orange liquer and mix, break the caramel into small pieces and fold in the mascarpone. Place the mixture in a piping bag and pipe into the kannolli tubes.

BEST WINE ACCOMPANIMENT: DELICATA BRUT GIRGENTINA FRIZZANTE Although I am nearly always tempted to opt for a sweet wine with dessert, in this instance I have chosen a dry sparkling wine. I think that with this particular dish it will be a better partner, as the fizz will help refresh the palate after the creamy mascarpone and the dryness will match the citric orange and earthy flavoured caramel very well. But to get the full refreshing effect of this wine, chill it down very well before you serve it.

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