Keith John Caruana
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30.09.2024 - 05.10.2024
Valletta
About
From September 30th to October 5th, 2024, designMT will take place across various iconic locations in Valletta, including the Auberge D’Aragon, Fortress Builders, Spazju Kreattiv, St John’s Cavalier, and the Valletta Design Cluster.
This first edition will feature four exhibitions each showcasing a diverse collection of contemporary design pieces, carefully selected for their blend of functionality, style, and cultural significance, reflecting modern living in a meaningful way.
The exhibitions will be complemented by thematic events that delve into contemporary design trends and innovative advancements, with discussions focused on the fields where design significantly shapes our daily experiences.
In addition to the exhibitors—an impressive mix of industry leaders and emerging talents—the events will target industry practitioners and other stakeholders with a vested interest in the themes being explored, inviting them to engage and contribute to the dialogue.
designMT is being organised by the Malta Crafts Foundation, with the support of Arts Council Malta, Heritage Malta, the Industrial Property Registrations Unit within the Commerce Department, Malta Digital Innovation Authority, and Malta Tourism Authority; and in collaboration with the Golden Glitch, Kamra tal-Periti, Spazju Kreattiv, Valletta Cultural Agency; and Lovin Malta as Media Partners.
Exhibition Venues
designMT is showcasing a diverse collection of contemporary design pieces through four exhibitions set up in iconic locations around Valletta.
Free entrance to all exhibitions.
Exhibitors
designMT will feature an impressive mix of industry leaders and emerging talents, each with their own perspective on contemporary design.
Eszter März
Eszter März is a multidisciplinary artist and designer from Hungary, currently based in Malta. With a background in…
Stephanie Borg
Since returning to Malta in 2008, self-taught artist and designer Stephanie Borg has devoted herself to celebrating and…
Alfie Gatt
Alfie Gatt has been shaping a bold creative path as a multi-disciplinary artist since 2022. Specializing in painting,…
Marisa Zarb
Marisa Zarb, a mechanical engineer, turned her unfulfilled artistic passion into Peprin®, a jewellery brand that reconnects her…
I+A x Antoine Vella x Christian Bezzina
I+A is a multidisciplinary design studio in Malta, founded in 2018 by architects, technologists, and creatives. Their work…
Clifford Carabott
Clifford Carabott founded Artefact Craftworks – a small-scale, artisanal workshop specialising in the creation of lifestyle-enhancing products for…
Charles & Ron
Charles & Ron is a contemporary Maltese lifestyle brand known for its distinct Mediterranean flair. Founded by Charles…
Josef Camilleri
Josef Camilleri’s passion for music and guitars led him to establish Cross Guitar Works, where he builds and…
MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts
Students from the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts are showcasing their work at designMT, representing two courses…
Gabriel Grima, Sarah Camilleri, Abigail Farrugia, Martin Gomez, and Jelena Milanovic
The AmbiWear team is a multidisciplinary group of five individuals from diverse backgrounds, each contributing unique skills and…
Charles and Dorothy Cordina
Charles and Dorothy Cordina are husband and wife and are the faces behind Lucentini. Charles takes care of…
I+A x Invent3D
I+A is an award-winning architectural design and management studio based in Malta, recognised for its commitment to buildability,…
Luis Muñoz Jean Baptiste
Luis Muñoz Jean Baptiste is the co-founder of Bureau 105, a graphic designer, certified brand strategist, and cultural…
Luke Azzopardi x Ozzy Chien
Luke Azzopardi, founder of his eponymous couture brand – Azzopardi, studied at Central Saint Martins and the University…
Nico Conti
After completing his B.A. (Honours) in Fine Arts at the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts in 2016,…
Gabriella Lukacs
Gabriella Lukacs is a Malta-based designer and maker celebrated for her dedication to sustainability, craftsmanship, and the preservation…
Glen Calleja
Glen Calleja is a bookbinder, writer, and multidisciplinary artist whose practice explores poetry as process and the book…
Federica Zahra
Federica Zahra, 19, is a Product Design student at MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts, specializing in furniture…
Tara Lois Mansell
Tara Lois Mansell is celebrated for redesigning treasured heirlooms into contemporary luxury jewellery, transforming stories of love, family,…
Charles Zammit
Charles Zammit, a graduate of Fine Arts from the University of Malta in 2018, pursued further studies with…
Marylynn Naudi
Marylynn Naudi is a Maltese emerging artist with a primary focus on realistic drawing and portraiture, using traditional…
Nadège Renée Cassar
Nadège Renée Cassar established her jewellery workshop, launching her namesake brand Nadège Renée in 2005. She designs and…
James Dimech
James Dimech has been professionally involved in design for 30 years, with vast experience ranging from residential to…
Zelda Designs
Zelda Designs is a Maltese brand creating handwoven textile jewellery and accessories for the contemporary woman. Rooted in…
Jane Birchall
Jane Birchall is a ceramic and visual artist whose work has been exhibited in the UK and the…
Mary Ann Attard
Mary Ann Attard is a Maltese designer with a background in product design from Edinburgh College of Art.…
Lara Parker
Lara Parker is a multidisciplinary designer, artist, and artisan whose work spans graphic design, painting, crochet, resin, ceramics,…
Becky Grech
Becky Grech, Bx, is a Maltese shoe designer, educator, and researcher. She discovered shoemaking in 2013 and has…
Sue Mifsud
Sue Mifsud is a Malta-based ceramics designer working full-time from her Rabat studio. Trained at the Glasgow School…
Janice Mercieca
Janice Mercieca founded Kartelluni in 2022, a bold step that marked her transition from the structured world of…
Marco Parascandalo
Marco Parascandalo is a Maltese fashion designer and the founder of the contemporary label Parascandalo. With a background…
Stephen Cordina
Gozo-born Stephen Cordina is a qualified perfumer and clinical aromatherapist with a lifelong passion for crafting fragrances from…
Ruslana Grima
Ruslana Grima is an emerging artist who has developed a profound personal and conceptual connection to weaving, a…
Janine Cardona
Janine Cardona holds a B.Ed (Hons) in French and Maltese and studied Art and Design at Advanced level.…
Kety Kaviladze
Kety Kaviladze is a self-taught artist whose work carries hidden emotion and a distinct visual language that for…
Boryana Chaneva and Silvia Galova
Boryana Chaneva and Silvia Galova are jewellery designers and silversmiths who, alongside other artists, form The Filigree Connection,…
Alda Bugeja
Alda Bugeja is a Gozo-based weaver, textile artist, and educator who began learning the craft from her mother…
Saima Murtaza
Saima Murtaza is an art enthusiast and Master’s graduate in Fine Arts, specializing in metallic and sustainable art.…
Thematic Events
Through the participation of industry stakeholders and practictioners invited to attend, designMT will explore contemporary trends and current challenges and opportunities in various aspects of design and its impact on our daily lives.
Interested in contributing to the discussion? Get in touch with us now!
Spatial Design
Defining Malta’s Built Identity
Is Malta’s built environment truly reflecting who we are today? In this topical debate, leading architects and designers will critically explore the current state of architecture and spatial design in Malta. We’ll dive into the cultural impact of contemporary projects, question whether our public and private spaces capture our evolving identity, and discuss the bold steps needed to ensure that our built environment preserves our heritage while powerfully expressing our shared values and future aspirations.
Moderated by Joeaby Vassallo, Architect, I+A Limited.
01.10.2024 – 18:00h-20:00h, followed by networking
Flavour by Design
The Making of Malta’s Culinary Identity
Ever wondered what truly goes into the food and drink we enjoy every day? designMT’s event offers a fresh look at the design processes behind Malta’s established and emerging food and beverage products. From concept to presentation, we’ll explore the decisions that shape the packaging and appearance of both packaged and fresh foods. Discover how design influences what we see—and taste—on our plates.
Moderated by Ivan Giordano, MasterChef Malta semi-finalist.
02.10.2024 – 18:00h-19:30h, followed by tasting session and networking
Digital Design
Technology: Friend or Foe?
With digital tools now an essential part of the contemporary designer’s and creative’s toolkit, designMT examines how digital platforms, AI, and advancements like 3D printing are reshaping the creative process. As the next step in design evolution, designMT provides insights into how these technologies are transforming creative work and offers a glimpse into the future of the design world. Discover how technology is redefining creativity and what it means for the future of art and design.
Moderated by David Grech Urpani, Lovin Malta.
03.10.2024 – 19:00h-21:00h, followed by networking
Fast Fashion
So Fast, It’s Already Out of Style?
As the world shifts away from fast fashion and toward more sustainable practices, designMT hosts a critical discussion on the moral and legal responsibilities of contemporary fashion designers. Malta’s leading fashion voices will explore how this changing mindset is influencing their design processes and reshaping the industry. The conversation will debate the future of fashion in a world increasingly focused on sustainability and ethical practices.
Moderated by Penny Apap Brown, Chamber of Fashion Malta Foundation.
04.10.2024 – 19:00h-21:00h, followed by networking
Partners
designMT is organised by the Malta Crafts Foundation, with the support of various collaborators.
