Restoration of the Tower and Spire at St Paul’s Anglican Pro-Cathedral in Valletta
Restoration Award Winner 2023
Location
Architectural Firm
AP Valletta
This complex restoration project stands out for its exemplary holistic approach, where discoveries during works fed into the decision-making process. The use of the latest technology in the restoration and conservation process and the transdisciplinary methodology, backed by an exhaustive historical and archival research, gloriously reintroduced the structural integrity of the tower and spire, meticulously repristinating the historical elements that were lost during the lifespan of the tower.
Special Commendations 2023
Location
Jesuit Church Oratories in Valletta
Architectural Firm
Restoration and Preservation Department
The restoration of the Oratories of the Immaculate Conception and of the Assumption of Our Lady (Onorati) at the Jesuit Church in Valletta truly deserves a commendation for the unveiling and resumed life given to two jewels hidden in plain sight. The way that the restoration of the timber roof was addressed together with high-standard interventions are a prime example of an exercise in listening to the stories these spaces had to tell, in order to be truly rediscovered.
Location
The Grand Master’s Palace Regeneration Project, Valletta
Architectural Firm
Heritage Malta
Defined as the embodiment of a nation, for over 450 years the Grand Master’s Palace has played a significant and consistent role in hosting the country’s head of state. The enhancement of its valorisation, through a meticulous conservation, restoration and rehabilitation agenda deserved this commendation. This very interesting and complex project has thus managed to retain the marks of time while preserving its fabric.
Location
Boiler Wharf Industrial Shed, Senglea
Architectural Firm
Infrastructure Malta
What decades ago would not even have been remotely considered for retention let alone restoration, is now being rightfully appreciated and kept in use, as part of our rich industrial maritime heritage. This bold decision on a comparatively small – yet very interesting – project was the reason behind this commendation. This project makes a strong case for the need to safeguard our industrial post-war heritage which is often at times less appreciated and perceived as being dispensable.
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