Restoration and rehabilitation projects to the benefit of heritage sites and their immediate environment have continued at an increased pace despite the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 sees the 55th anniversary of Din l-Art Ħelwa's foundation in 1965 and the 15th edition of its prestigious Architectural Heritage awards.
To this end, this year's Architectural Heritage awards competition is now open for entries and it is hoped that this will bring added motivation to all those working to enhance the rich architectural heritage of the Maltese islands at this difficult time.
The awards are an initiative set up by Din l-Art Ħelwa to encourage architectural excellence in a Maltese context, the rehabilitation and reuse of old buildings and the recognition of the dedicated work of those active in the field of restoration. The programme is carried out each year with the support of the Kamra tal-Periti.
Eligible projects include the restoration or conservation of buildings, the adaptation of buildings to new uses, building additions or alterations or new building projects in conservation areas. The projects can relate either to a single building, a complex of buildings or to a historic urban environment or townscape. The project will be judged on the quality of the work executed, its historic, cultural, educational and social relevance, the preliminary research conducted and the aesthetic and visual merit. The project may be on a scale ranging from small to large and should display a standard of work which would be outstanding in a Maltese context.
Submissions for the XV Din l-Art Ħelwa Architectural Heritage awards should be for projects completed in the last year up to 1 October. Submissions must be received at Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133 Melita Street, Valletta by Friday, 30 October.
More information about the Award application and Registration forms are available from the Kamra tal-Periti or from the Din l-Art Ħelwa office.
For further information phone on 2122 0358/2122 5952 or send an email on: [email protected]