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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 16 JULY 2017 Events 43 For an architect who cherishes the freedom of designing spaces that have a bearing on people's quality of life, The Shoreline de- velopment's appointment of her firm to create interiors that re- spect the aspirations of owners and future tenants, offers Perit Claire Carter of Carter Architec- tural Studio (CAStudio), a huge canvas to freely express her im- agination and inspirations. Based in Blata l-Bajda, CAStu- dio has been selected by Ricasoli Properties Ltd to bring its vision for the development located in SmartCity Malta. Using their multidimensional credentials, CAStudio will be crafting an ap- proach that embraces the pro- ject's surroundings externally and reflects a contemporary lifestyle with a particular attention to de- tail. "For me, architecture is an ex- hilarating art form, and to be able to implement our vision and on such a massive scale and for the longer term, is an overwhelming opportunity to showcase the ca- pabilities of our growing firm," said Carter. CAStudio was established af- ter Carter decided it was time to enjoy designing her own projects following years of work at archi- tectural firms on high-end pro- jects. "Each of the 411 apartments at The Shoreline will reflect our belief and dedication to contem- porary spaces with a guiding principle of creating spaces that celebrate the identity of both the owner and the space," she ex- plained. The Shoreline is a €200 million project offering modern apart- ments with an interesting mix of sizes and view orientations, all with extensive terraces, built on top of a two-floor 30-outlet shop- ping mall, with ample space for underground parking. With most its residences enjoy- ing spectacular views, beautifully landscaped open spaces, and an assortment of community ameni- ties, The Shoreline will further enhance the area of SmartCity in Kalkara as it will add an im- portant and essential residential component to the current office and catering developments, and a number of exciting projects that have already been announced. @ maltatoday We are on Instagram Majestic SkyBeach open at InterContinental Malta SKYBEACH, the latest luxury lifestyle offering from Inter- Continental Malta has recently opened on the hotel's 19th floor. Offering dramatic and expansive views across the Maltese Islands, the venue is graced with a glori- ous infinity pool, along with a Champagne bar and restaurant providing refined and truly ex- clusive services to its esteemed clientele. The opening of SKYBEACH represents the completion of InterContinental Malta's all- embracing refurbishments. This has included the arrival of Inter- Continental Arena Conference Centre, one of Malta's foremost meeting facilities and of course the hotel's Highline Suites the most distinctive and luxurious accommodation offered on the islands. SKYBEACH allows its guests and members to enjoy a truly fan- tastic location, with performanc- es from some of the islands finest musical personalities playing a selection of lounge and chillout music, complimented by a selec- tion of distinct and defined gas- tronomic offerings. Residents of the hotel's Highline Suites will be able to enjoy SKYBEACH as well as those with seasonal member- ships and day access. Martin van Kan, Area General Manager InterContinental Mal- ta, commented, "I am simply de- lighted to see this project come to fruition, a great many people have been involved in ensuring the successful realization of this endeavour. Personally, it gives me great pleasure to have this truly fantastic asset as part of the of- fering of the hotel. I look forward greatly to the response from our guests." Centrally located, InterConti- nental Malta features a contem- porary design, style and modern ambience. All rooms are superbly furnished and its extensive facili- ties include six restaurants, six bars, outdoor and indoor swim- ming pools, fitness centre, spa as well as 6,000 square meters of meeting and exhibition space. Carter Architectural Studio appointed interior architects for The Shoreline Architect Claire Carter: "The Shoreline is a great opportunity to introduce a new spatial narrative." Fundacion Mapfre issues call for scholarships and research grants worth €330,000 Fundación MAPFRE has made a new call for applications for scholarships and grants for a total amount of €330,000, open to aca- demic and professional research- ers and research teams that wish to develop research prgrammes independently or within the scope of the universities, hospitals, com- panies or research centers that they belong to. This call for 10 Ignacio Hernan- do de Larramendi research grants will provide financial support for research projects in the areas of Health Promotion, and Insurance and Social Protection. The scope of this call is world- wide and projects may be present- ed in Spanish, English or Portu- guese. The maximum endowment for each grant will depend on the research field chosen: Health pro- motion, €48,000; Insurance and social protection, €15,000. The deadline for submitting applica- tions ends on October 13, 2017. The first call for applications for research grants took place in 1979 and since then Fundación MAP- FRE has awarded more than 2,000 grants of this type. Another research grant, entitled The Primitivo de Vega Research Grant, for €15,000, is aimed at providing financial support for a scientific project focusing on care for the elderly. The deadline for submitting applications ends on October 20, 2017. Fundacion Mapfre, a non-profit institution of MAPFRE Group is a leading global foundation for our commitment to people's well-being and social progress. It contributes to improving people's quality of life and the progress of society through multinational pr- grammes and activities. In Malta, MAPFRE is represented by MAP- FRE Middlesea and MAPFRE MSV Life. For terms and conditions, visit www.fundacionmapfre.org Vassallo Group awards "shining" employees Vassallo Group once again held its annual Shine Awards night, this year at the Sir Temi Zammit Hall, The University of Malta. At this event awards for excel- lence in various areas of operation and for overall performance were awarded. These included awards for the best customer focus, green initiatives, project and service quality. Other awards given out for efforts related to health & safety, and training and develop- ment. For the first time an award for diversity and inclusion was also introduced. Awards were also distributed to the best employee, supervisor and manager. In a speech during the event, Group Chairman Nazzareno Vassallo touched upon the main achievements of the Group throughout the past year. His speech served as an occasion to launch two new schemes for the group's employees – a pen- sion bonus scheme for those who reach pensionable age after years of service with the group as well as a loyalty reward scheme where employees get to share from the group's success in a tangible way. The event was compered by TV personality and actor Ben Camille. The night ended on a high note with the announcement of the coveted Chairman's awards for this year given to all those in- volved in the evacuation of all el- derly residents at Casa San Paolo in Bugibba when fire broke out recently in the home's laundry room. The event included the partici- pation of Janice Mangion, who this year placed 2nd in the Malta Eurovision Song Contest and dancers from the group Street El- ements. A number of Indian nurs- es working in different CareMalta homes staged an excellent perfor- mance in typical Indian costumes highlighting the group's belief in promoting cultural diversity. The Shine Awards 2017 came to an end with a reception catered for by Vassallo Group's Cateres- sence. SkyBeach includes a glorious infinity pool, along with a Champagne bar and restaurant