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Meet Twanny & his miniature models of traditional Maltese fishing boats
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Twanny is an ex-fisherman from Marsaxlokk who builds miniature models of Maltese fishing boats; his collection includes replicas of modern fishing vessels...
Decor & Design
17 Green, grand & gorgeous interiors
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The authorities in decor and paints have spoken: Green is the colour of the year 2020, and it's a strong acknowledgement...
How to Winterproof a House in Malta and Cut Down on Expenses
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We may only get 4 months of winter, but they’re by no means mild. For most homeowners and expats living in Malta, the lack of central heating means lots of heaters running, wearing two layers of clothing inside, and a quiet resolution to not move away from the sofa, electric blanket, or fireplace.
How a Family in Żabbar turned their Rooftop into a Garden
In one of our very first articles, we discussed the fantastic opportunity homeowners in Malta have to turn the space our flat rooftops provide us with into gardens. Two weeks ago, our team got to visit a family in Malta who has done this, and we were blown away. This is the story:
Love antiques and easy-to-upcycle furniture? Join these 7 Maltese Groups!
There’s quite a few local Facebook groups devoted to buying and selling antique items, both beautiful and functional, at bargain prices.
10 Reasons why you should hire a local Creative to design your interiors
It’s time to toss out the idea that interior decorators, stylists, and designers are for the ‘rich and famous’.
A look at the Architectural Firms Nominated for EU Mies Award: Valentino Architects
In this article, we're focusing on the renovation of the eCabs Headquarters by Valentino Architects, which won the Interior Spaces Award last year!
Gardening
8 perfect space-saving gardening ideas for small areas
Small gardens are intimate spaces that require careful thought when choosing features and plants. But just because you have a small garden,...
How-to's & DIY
7 stunning photos of local gardens on Maltese page Green Patches
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Green Patches is a great online group populated by gardening enthusiasts who share tips, photos, and problems. You'll find both experienced vetarans who can answer almost any question, and new homeowners who have just started to tinker.
A Guide To: Separating Waste for the Maltese Homeowner
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As Malta gears up for the adoption of organic waste separation on the 31st of October, homeowners have received this news with praise and welcomed it heartily.
And it is good news: Leftovers, fresh vegetables/ unused vegetables/ rotting vegetables and bread are the most commonly wasted foods, with official statistics showing that discarded food makes up more than 50% of domestic waste in Malta All of this can actually be used to green up our environment, create new jobs in recycling industry, and reduce the rate at which we fill up our landfills.
Help this local group reach more vulnerable homeowners who need groceries and supplies!
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Know someone who needs groceries or supplies delivered?
Send them this leaflet to give them quick access...
The 6 Most Exciting Smart Home Gadgets Coming Out in 2020
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We're taking a look at the tech that’ll be blurring the lines between sorcery and science in 2020. For this article, we cherry-picked products...
Tech Up Your House
6 Budget-Friendly Home Technologies to keep Electricity Bill low
One thing that is sometimes easy to notice between low and high-income households is their energy efficiency, consumption and electricity...
A 6-Step Guide to Lighting up your Kitchen
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The Kitchen has become firmly entrenched as a mini work-hub: It’s where we sort mail, read, do our homework, prepare signature meals for a special occasion, and gather with our friends after dinner parties. This multi-functional, highly visible space needs layers of illumination to make it really shine, and this article will go over the different stages of how to light up your kitchen.
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Peculiar design choice raises lots of questions across Malta’s online circles
At House.mt, we try to focus our coverage on positive, uplifting design work in Malta, but even to us white-hat wearing writers,...
Żejtun Homeowner upcycles Cabinet with a traditional Maltese bus inspired design
Alex Caruana, a frequent contributor in the popular local private group Id-Dar Maltija, has transformed a cabinet by giving it a design...
GUEST POST: Detail is what separates the extraordinary from the ordinary
“Detail is what separates the extraordinary from the ordinary.”
This has always been my motto when it comes...
It’s here! ‘Gray to Green’ Scheme Will Open on the 15th of February
Greening up the facade of your home, apartment block, shop or office is about to get easier thanks to the 'Gray to...
The best smart home devices for 2021
Unmatched in their potential for cost savings and convenience, the list of smart home products continues to grow in exciting directions: We...