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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.
Federica Zahra
Federica Zahra is an eighteen-year-old student at the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts, pursuing a degree in…
Charles Zammit
Charles Zammit, a graduate of Fine Arts from the University of Malta in 2018, pursued further studies with…
Anton Abela
Anton (ton-ton) Abela’s Art tends to delve into the realms of the real, imagined, unconventional, and the unknown.…
Maurizio Ascione
Maurizio Ascione is a Maltese architect with a Master’s in Architecture & Design from the University of Malta.…
Marija-Evelina Spiteri
Marija-Evelina Spiteri is an abstract artist whose passion for art runs deep in her veins. From a very…
Charles and Dorothy Cordina
Charles and Dorothy Cordina are husband and wife and are the faces behind Lucentini. Charles takes care of…
Sue Mifsud
Sue Mifsud is a ceramics designer and maker, with a BA Hons degree in Ceramics, Design from Glasgow…
Justine Navarro
Justine Navarro is a British-Maltese artist and designer with a Bachelor’s degree in Design, Branding & Marketing from…
Marisa Micallef
As a mechanical engineer, Marisa Micallef found herself with an unfulfilled artistic thirst and a need to express…
James Dimech
James Dimech has been professionally involved in design for 30 years, with a vast experience ranging from residential…
Luke Azzopardi Studio
Luke Azzopardi’s methodology of fusing together powerful visuals, academic research, and artisanal design is what distinguishes his work…
AP Valletta
AP Valletta is a research-based architecture and design firm located in Malta. Their collaborative, multidisciplinary team intertwines sustainable…
Saima Murtaza
Saima Murtaza is a qualified art enthusiast with diverse experience and a history of developing solutions for theme-based…
Clifford Carabott
Clifford Carabott founded Artefact Craftworks – a small-scale, artisanal workshop specialising in the creation of lifestyle-enhancing products for…
Keith-John Caruana
A retired Armed Forces of Malta Captain turned artist, leather-craftsman, and designer, Keith-John Caruana always craved to create…
Nadège Renée Cassar
Nadège Renée Cassar’s venture as a designer and producer of contemporary jewellery started in 2005, when she set…
Luis Muñoz Jean Baptiste
Luis Muñoz Jean Baptiste is the co-founder of Bureau105 and works as a graphic designer, certified brand strategist,…
Raymond Aquilina
Raymond Aquilina is a mosaic artist, the art of creating images with an assemblage of small pieces of…
Charles & Ron
Charles & Ron is a contemporary Maltese lifestyle brand with a signature style that draws inspiration from the…
Antoine and Jean-Paul Vella
Antoine Vella is the seventh generation in a family of weavers. He is a familiar face at many…
Emanuel Sammut
Emanuel Sammut, founder of Atelier Manuel, has a love for trees and wood-crafting that shows through the variety…
Matthew Scerri
As a passionate product design student, Matthew Scerri excels in sketching and intricate detailing, transforming concepts from drawings…
Tara Lois Mansell
Tara Lois Mansell is one of Malta’s leading luxury contemporary designers and jewellery makers. Her unique opulent creations…
Zelda designs
Zelda designs is an emerging Maltese brand specializing in the design and creation of jewellery and accessories for…
Chocolate District
Chocolate District is an independent boutique founded by brothers Mark and Dennis Aquilina, specialising in crafting artisan chocolate…
Charlene Joan Sant
Charlene Joan Sant is a Maltese designer and self-taught seamstress who furthered her skills through studying at the…
Christian Bezzina
Christian Bezzina, the founder and driving force behind Medina Steels, brings over two decades of expertise in steel…
Gabriel Grima
Having recently graduated from MCAST, Gabriel Grima is a fashion designer with a passion for exploring the intersection…
Becky Grech
Becky Grech, Bx, is a Maltese shoe designer and industrial design lecturer. She discovered shoemaking in 2013, leading…
Etienne Bugeja
Captivated by the cool glow of a screen, weaving digital worlds on his Atari 130xe in the ancient…
Christopher Saliba
Christopher Saliba is a Maltese artist specialising in abstract and expressionist painting, sculpture, and etching. After graduating from…
Chris and Lisa Gwen Chetcuti
Chris and Lisa Gwen Chetcuti have been working together since 2021. Chris has a long-standing career working with…
Nico Conti
After completing his B.A. (Honours) in Fine Arts at the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts in 2016,…
I+A x Mediterranean Ceramics
Mediterranean Ceramics is a family-run business located at the Ta’ Qali Artisan Village. Renowned for handmade ceramics, bespoke…
Janine Cardona
Janine Cardona holds a B.Ed (Hons) in French and Maltese. She also studied Art and Design at Advanced…
Gabriella Lukacs
Born and raised in the picturesque Hungarian countryside, Gabriella Lukacs has always been inspired by natural beauty. This…
MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts
Second-year students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Retail offered at the MCAST Institute for the Creative…
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.
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