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10 COMMERCIAL 25.11.2021 2021 MASP AWARDS A stage to celebrate Malta's contemporary architecture and interior design projects MALTA'S architecture is a key part of the national heritage, with structures constructed throughout the island's cen- turies-long history still standing and ad- mired today. However, while these much-loved buildings from the time of the Knights and beyond are deservedly renowned, the Maltese modern architectural world also offers quality projects that promise to leave a positive mark for decades to come. e meticulous work and innovation of the people behind these iconic pro- jects – from established professionals to graduating students – is once again set to be both celebrated and elevated at e MASP Awards. "e scope of the MASP Awards is to recognise the quality work offered by people across the architectural industry for their talent, expertise and craftsman- ship," explains MASP Awards organiser Peter Gingell. "An award-winning project takes so much more to realise than is vis- ible on the surface; it is a team effort that requires time, dedication, expertise and passion. e MASP Awards shine a spot- light on Malta's finest in the architectural and spatial planning worlds, to recognise their contribution to the past, present and future of the industry." Launched in 2019 by the PA under the Patronage of the President of Malta, the MASP Awards are regarded as a prestig- ious calendar event and a mark of excel- lence in the industry. Architectural firms and interior design studios truly benefit from the team experience of coming to- gether to submit their works. e sub- mission process in itself creates a morale boost and a valuable experience of over- coming the challenge of putting one's sto- ry out in the marketplace. "Nearly all the submissions we receive are successful design projects in their own right, all eyeing the top-most award in their respective category. If it weren't for these awards most of these projects remain unappreciated and 'hidden sto- ries' of the creative local talent we have around us. We believe that giving expo- sure to best practices, quality design, ar- chitectural excellence and more, there is a better chance of influencing and inspir- e third edition of e Malta Architecture and Spatial Planning (MASP) Awards aims to further promote the evolution of quality interior and exterior architecture in our country. MASP Awards organiser Peter Gingell explains how this year's awards has been broadened to cover additional aspects of architectural excellence for Periti, professional interior designer, university students and photography enthusiasts Rehabilitation & Conservation Award Restoration Award