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MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts

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Second-year students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Fashion and Retail offered at the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts are presenting their final major project of the course at designMT. The course equips students with the essential skills within the fashion retail sector and basic entrepreneurial knowledge to establish themselves in the industry. The students are: Clement Gauci Peresso, Ilona Marquette, Mariah Pace, Matias Cassar, Shanaia Zammit, Thea Tedesco; Diego Mirabile, Karolina Calleja, Keira Aquilina, Maya D’Amato; Alexandria Wood, Jake Xerri, Maja Attard Portughes, Martina Calleja, Michelle Vella; Cherise Debono, Faith Maria Scicluna Genovese, Ria Elene Hewitt, and Myra Grech.

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Nico Conti

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After completing his B.A. (Honours) in Fine Arts at the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts in 2016, Nico Conti moved to London to study ceramics at the Royal College of Art. During this time, he received several awards and was invited to present his 3D-printed work to HRH, the Prince of Wales. Blending his love of materials with an inquisitive, experimental approach, Nico combines humble materials like clay with cutting-edge 3D printing technologies, thereby imbuing his pieces with elegance, balance, luxury, and beauty. His unique porcelain creations are designed to interact with light, enhancing their delicate and refined qualities.

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Tettiera®

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Tettiera® is an artisan luxury tea brand, created by Joanna Micallef Farrugia and Diana Mifsud in 2016, out of passion for tea and a flair for design. They seek to transform a simple cup of whole leaf tea into a sensory, delightful, and indulgent experience. Tea, a social beverage, offers a refreshing sense of calm and has the unique ability to bring people together. This philosophy is at the core of Tettiera®’s offerings, which include a wide range of artisan teas, herbal infusions, and botanicals that cater to tea lovers at home, concept gifting, restaurants, boutique hotels, and cafeterias.

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Christian Bezzina

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Christian Bezzina, the founder and driving force behind Medina Steels, brings over two decades of expertise in steel fabrication to the forefront of bespoke home decor and commercial structure design. With a solid foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering, Christian’s transition from a passionate hobbyist to a professional craftsman has been fuelled by an unwavering dedication to innovation, craftsmanship, and creativity.

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I+A x Mediterranean Ceramics

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Mediterranean Ceramics is a family-run business located at the Ta’ Qali Artisan Village. Renowned for handmade ceramics, bespoke lava stone tables, surfaces, and customized steelworks, the company combines decades of experience with a passion for innovation, gaining demand in global markets including North America and Dubai.
Founded in 2018, I+A is a collective of architects, artists, and technologists led by Perit William Bondin, Dimitri Calleja, Christian Camilleri, Perit Francois Mangion, and Perit Joeaby Vassallo. Focused on architecture and interior design, I+A blends digital fabrication, hi-tech design, and local craftsmanship to create innovative spaces that engage communities and encourage creative interaction.

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Chris and Lisa Gwen Chetcuti

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Chris and Lisa Gwen Chetcuti have been working together since 2021. Chris has a long-standing career working with sculpture and bronze-casting and Lisa working in the arts as a writer and curator. Taking inspiration from Lisa’s personal project, MaltaDoors, together they decided to create a series of designs for door knockers. The series has also won them an award, the Premju Ġieħ l-Artiġjanat Malti 2021 in the Non-precious Materials category awarded by the Malta Crafts Foundation.

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Mark Borg

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A filigree artist who crafts intricate pieces, Mark Borg’s artistic journey began at the age of thirteen, when he studied the craft at the School of Art in Valletta. Over the years, he perfected his technique and expanded his repertoire to include not only traditional jewellery, but also innovative sculptures and automata. Mark’s work is characterized by a desire to push the boundaries of traditional filigree and explore new, uncharted territories. His creations are often inspired by the natural world, the passage of time, and diverse cultural influences, resulting in unique works that resonate with both history and modernity.

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Stephanie Borg

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Since returning to Malta in 2008, artist and designer Stephanie Borg has focused on raising awareness for local heritage and culture. Through her contemporary approach, the artist creates vibrant ink drawings, and developed a range of products, including wall art, homeware, decor, deskware, and fashion items. Stephanie has been a trendsetter by introducing traditional Maltese elements in her work like old cement tiles, wooden doors, and wrought ironwork. The Stephanie Borg® brand invites people to appreciate and preserve local crafts and heritage for generations to come. Stephanie has participated in collectives locally and abroad, exporting Malta’s colours far and wide.