PORTFOLIO
one80 tal-Belt
AWARD WINNER / MASP Public Award 2022
one80 Concept
CLIENT
2022
YEAR
Valletta, Malta
LOCATION
Hospitality
CATEGORY
Interior Design, Custom Furniture, Project Management
SERVICES
Sean Mallia / Earth and Castle
PHOTOS / VIDEO
Design Details
Located within the historic Palazzo Spinola in Valletta, the design of one80 tal-Belt presented KEIRO Architecture and Design with the unique challenge of balancing casual and luxury dining within a single space. Spanning 140 square meters, the project required the thoughtful integration of various elements, including a reception area, dining room, waiting areas, a fully functional restaurant, a private room, a cellar, a kitchen, and storage facilities.
The restoration and enhancement of the existing space were central to the project, with custom-designed woodwork playing a pivotal role. A warm, comfortable, and tranquil color scheme was selected to elevate the dining experience while paying homage to the traditional Maltese townhouses that add a sense of familiarity to the space. The design masterfully blends tradition and modernity through the use of curved wood, natural stone, black metal accents, and ribbed glass, creating an atmosphere that is both inviting and refined.
The studio’s work on one80 tal-Belt was recognized with the prestigious MASP Public Award in 2022, a testament to the project’s success in resonating with both diners and the design community. The recognition has led to widespread media coverage, including features on local television programs and in prominent publications.
The Design Process
The Design Unfolded
Testimonial
/one80 Group
Engaging KEIRO for our design and architectural needs for our two latest projects within our Group was a decision we will not regret for the expansion of our brand.
The projects are ‘one80 St. Christopher Str. Valletta, Malta’ and ‘one80 Izakaya, Mgarr Gozo’.
KEIRO demonstrated professionalism, skill, innovation and time management for our two projects happening mutually in a set time frame 2022 Q3 and Q4 and 2023 Q1. They have created the design aspects of the projects and gave them identity in line to our brief and vision. The design was so professionally executed, the Valletta restaurant project won the People’s Choice Award in the MASP Awards Ceremony hosted by the Planning Authority.
KEIRO is a one-stop shop and made the process easier since apart from our design needs they also assisted us with the notarial requirements for the two projects, one of which required inception from construction stage. KEIRO sourced the contractors and took over the management of the projects on the floor whilst allowing us to continue focusing on our other outlets already in operation within the Group.
Keith and Rosianne Schembri were always on call, approachable and by our side for anything that needed their support during the process.
We will undoubtedly engage KEIRO with any future projects or needs for one80.
To be recommended to anyone who is after professional architectural and design work with no fuss and added stress.