Openworkstudio

Openworkstudio OWS is a professional design practice specializing in architecture, restoration, and interior design.

Mysteriously tucked away in the heart of Attard, the elegant early 18th century noble residence, Casa Bonavita, welcomed...
29/05/2026

Mysteriously tucked away in the heart of Attard, the elegant early 18th century noble residence, Casa Bonavita, welcomed its very first guests just a few days ago, marking the completion of an extraordinary transformation into a 17-room boutique hotel with splendid gardens, luxurious rooms and suites, and beautifully welcoming public spaces.

Acquired in 2010 by Christopher and Suzanne Sharp, the palazzo was lovingly restored to fulfil their vision of preserving Maltese character, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage for the benefit of future generations. Their passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment over many years have brought new life to this remarkable property, carefully reviving its beauty, intimacy, and quiet grandeur.

Openworkstudio is especially proud of the contribution of our own partner, Debby De Domenico, who managed and coordinated the works throughout, ensuring the highest standards of quality and attention to detail were achieved at every stage.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Chris and Suzanne for entrusting us with helping realise their dream, and also to all the contractors, suppliers, artists, and craftsmen whose talent and dedication helped bring this vision to life.

Congratulations to everyone involved on this wonderful achievement, and best wishes to Casa Bonavita and its management team as it begins this exciting new chapter, welcoming visitors from around the world to experience Malta at its very best.

Visit www.casabonavita.com for more information.

Openworkstudio celebrates 10 years of practice this year, ten years of collaboration, research, creativity, and a shared...
21/05/2026

Openworkstudio celebrates 10 years of practice this year, ten years of collaboration, research, creativity, and a shared commitment to thoughtful design.

Founded in 2016 by Alberto Miceli-Farrugia, Joanna Spiteri Staines, Debby De Domenico, and Greta Caruana Smith, the studio has grown into a multidisciplinary practice working across architecture, interiors, restoration, environmental design, and adaptive reuse. Over the years, the office has had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects throughout Malta, from smaller residential interventions to larger commercial and heritage-led developments.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain incredibly grateful to every client, collaborator, consultant, contractor, and member of the team who has formed part of the journey so far. What began as a shared vision between four partners has continued to evolve through the people, projects, and relationships built along the way.

Here’s to the next chapter of Openworkstudio.

Openworkstudio celebrates 10 years of practice this year, ten years of collaboration, research, creativity, and a shared...
19/05/2026

Openworkstudio celebrates 10 years of practice this year, ten years of collaboration, research, creativity, and a shared commitment to thoughtful design.

Founded in 2016 by Alberto Miceli-Farrugia, Joanna Spiteri Staines, Debby De Domenico, and Greta Caruana Smith, the studio has grown into a multidisciplinary practice working across architecture, interiors, restoration, environmental design, and adaptive reuse. Over the years, the office has had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects throughout Malta, from smaller residential interventions to larger commercial and heritage-led developments.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain incredibly grateful to every client, collaborator, consultant, contractor, and member of the team who has formed part of the journey so far. What began as a shared vision between four partners has continued to evolve through the people, projects, and relationships built along the way.

Here’s to the next chapter of Openworkstudio.

We are proud to share that Alberto Miceli-Farrugia has been invited to speak at the SHARE Malta 2026 International Archi...
18/05/2026

We are proud to share that Alberto Miceli-Farrugia has been invited to speak at the SHARE Malta 2026 International Architecture Forum on the 22nd of May. His presentation will feature City of 1000 Gardens and the Gozo Museum, contributing to the wider discussion on architecture as a tool for transformation, negotiating heritage and innovation, permanence and adaptability, local identity and global pressures.

Visit https://share-architects.com/ for more information.

We are proud to share that Alberto Miceli-Farrugia will be a guest lecturer this Thursday, 23rd April, at Palazzo Impell...
20/04/2026

We are proud to share that Alberto Miceli-Farrugia will be a guest lecturer this Thursday, 23rd April, at Palazzo Impellizzeri in Ortigia

Given the rural and vernacular setting of the site, a mix of mature and young trees were hand-picked to serve as sculptu...
28/01/2026

Given the rural and vernacular setting of the site, a mix of mature and young trees were hand-picked to serve as sculptural focal points, tying the newly built to the existing landscape.

Thank you for all the support! Here’s to more creativity, collaboration, and exciting projects in the year ahead. Merry ...
22/12/2025

Thank you for all the support! Here’s to more creativity, collaboration, and exciting projects in the year ahead. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year ✨

Nissen huts with patinated corrugated steel roofing from World War II are dotted around our landscape. This project take...
18/12/2025

Nissen huts with patinated corrugated steel roofing from World War II are dotted around our landscape. This project takes its cue from this historical precedence. Together with the cubic shapes of traditional farmhouses, this extension to existing farmhouses creates a gentle curved roofscape.

07/11/2025

We’re delighted to share that our project Casa Ursula has been nominated for the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture – Mies van der Rohe Awards 2026!

It’s an honour to be among this year’s 410 nominees across Europe, celebrating architecture that shapes more sustainable and inspiring places to live.

A heartfelt thank you to our collaborators, clients and team who made Casa Ursula possible.

Follow to explore all the nominees and learn more about this year’s selection.

https://eumiesawards.com/heritageobject/casa-ursula/
Photography:
Project Architects:
Joanna Spiteri Staines
Structural Engineer:

Address

3 Melita House, 35 Sir Augustus Bartolo Street
Ta' Xbiex
XBX1094

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 18:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 18:30
Thursday 08:30 - 18:30
Friday 08:30 - 18:30

Telephone

+35621339202

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