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The Power of Ten: Inside Alliance's A-Team
Alliance is more than a real estate company—it's a leadership blueprint. MONEY speaks with the ten figures behind Malta's most people-driven property brand to uncover how strategy, culture, and sustainability are shaping their future and ours.
The illusion of sustainability
In a world quick to label actions as "sustainable," Ed Muscat Azzopardi urges us to dig deeper. True sustainability demands more than doing "less harm"—it calls for a radical, long-term rethink of how we build, consume, and value our surroundings. Anything less is just an illusion we can't afford.
Greenwashed! An architect's guide to spotting the difference between sustainable design and smart marketing.
Architect Andrea Bianco exposes the truth behind Malta's so-called "green" properties in an age of eco-hype.
The future we pretend to plan for
Alex Torpiano unpacks Malta Vision 2050, a document filled with promising ideals yet fraught with contradictions.
Ideas that build. Budgets that work. Designs that last.
With 30 years in the industry, DPM founder Sean Arrigo leads a multidisciplinary team that transforms retail, hospitality, and residential spaces. Trusted by global brands, DPM delivers bold designs on time and on budget.
Malta's urban dilemma: Are outdated housing policies stalling progress?
With a population boom driven by economic growth and migration, the island's housing policies and urban planning must evolve. Can Malta embrace innovative, space-efficient housing solutions like co-living and micro-apartments, or will outdated regulations hinder progress? JP Fabri asks.
Sirocco
Beneath the opulent arches of the Malta Conference Centre, Charles & Ron's Fall/Winter 2025/26 show unfurled like a gust of Mediterranean air—bold, tactile, and steeped in storytelling. Aptly named Sirocco, the collection paid homage to the warm, wandering winds that sweep across continents, carrying with them the whispers of heritage, migration, and identity.
Beyond the facade: Are renovated properties structurally sound?
With many older buildings surpassing their intended 50-year lifespan, buyers are often unaware of the risks beneath the surface. Are these modern makeovers hiding deeper flaws, or are they truly built to last? Alannah Xuereb investigates.
Connecting Continents: The Leadership Behind Access Bank’s Malta Expansion
The launch of Access Bank Malta marks a major milestone, driven by the leadership of Roosevelt Ogbonna, Jamie Simmonds, and Renald Theuma, connecting Malta’s financial hub with new opportunities across continents.
Beyond aesthetics: Building a city brand for connection, strength, and legacy
Beyond buildings and streets, a city is a story shaped by generations of planners, architects, and citizens. Ed Muscat Azzopardi explores how intentional design and purpose-driven planning can transform urban spaces into thriving communities where identity, connection, and legacy create a city brand that endures beyond mere aesthetics.
Designing Legacy: Ray de Micoli on 40 Years with Tumas Group
Ray De Micoli has spent over four decades at the heart of Malta's architectural transformation, from a small office building to LEED-certified business districts. At the centre of that journey lies a powerful creative relationship with the Tumas Group—one that began with a simple hotel sketch and evolved into an era-defining collaboration.
Four climate futures: the case for change
We know the science. We've seen the warnings. Yet, climate action still lags behind the urgency of the crisis. The problem? Data alone doesn't move people—stories do. From global catastrophe to local consequences, Lushano Myburgh explores how reframing climate change as a personal, tangible reality may be the key to real change.
Building Malta: Who's really in control—developers or architects?
Malta's urban landscape is shifting fast, but are architects leading the way or merely signing off on a developer's vision? As glass towers rise and open spaces vanish, a crucial debate unfolds: is design integrity being sacrificed at the altar of profitability? Victor Calleja speaks to key players shaping the island's future.
Liu Jiakun wins the 2025 Pritzker Prize: The Architect of People and Place
Great architecture isn't just about steel, glass, and concrete—it's about people. And that's precisely what Liu Jiakun has spent his career perfecting. Named the 2025 Pritzker Prize winner, the Chinese architect has built more than just structures; he has shaped communities, honouring tradition while embracing the future.
David Felice on architecture, identity, and why we're getting it wrong
Architect David Felice thinks we're missing the bigger picture. From 'involution' to smarter urban planning, he challenges the industry's short-term mindset and explains why Valletta should be the testing ground for a better, more livable Malta.
Investment trends to watch: Opportunities for 2025
Mainstream investments like technology, healthcare, and real estate remain foundational to many portfolios. Investors increasingly look at "out-of-the-box" trends that could redefine industries and generate significant returns. Paul Rostkowski highlights a blend of traditional and unconventional investment driven by innovation, societal shifts, and global economic developments.
Bold moves: How sometimes new beginnings need revolution, not evolution
In a world where incremental changes can only take you so far, bold moves are the key to unlocking new levels of growth and innovation. Richard Muscat Azzopardi shares insights from Switch's revolutionary shift, exploring the courage, strategy, and lessons behind making bold decisions that redefine success.
Cleaning up and doing it right
Corruption may be inevitable, but inaction is not. Manuel Delia delves into the measures necessary to combat corruption, foster transparency, and ensure justice. From policy reforms to civic responsibility, he outlines how we can protect the integrity of our democracy and business landscape for a fairer future.
This year, ask different questions
Theo Dix challenges leaders to rethink 2025—not as another year for incremental goals but as a turning point for transformative change. With AI and shifting paradigms reshaping industries, this year isn't about doing more. It's about questioning assumptions, adapting to new realities, and redefining what business success looks like.
A vision for Malta's future beyond the illusions
Malta's Vision 2050 promises transformation, but lofty ambitions often lack depth and actionable frameworks. JP Fabri challenges Malta to move beyond short-term politics and embrace structural reforms in education, governance, and infrastructure. The nation's future depends on bold, inclusive leadership prioritising long-term prosperity over fleeting political gains.