An architectural heritage award scheme encouraging the rehabilitation and reuse of old buildings is now accepting submissions. 

The XII Din l-Art Ħelwa Architectural Heritage Award Scheme for 201, carried out with the support of the Chamber of Architects, is intended to encourage architectural excellence in a Maltese context and recognise the dedicated work of those active in the field of restoration. 

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. It 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.

Projects must have been completed in the last year up to 31 August 2016 to be eligible to apply. Submissions must be received at Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133 Melita Street, Valletta by Friday 14 October, 2016.

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 please call 21 220358/21 225952 or email info@dinlarthelwa.org