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The Valletta Design Cluster, a Valletta 2018 legacy project,  is a community space for cultural and creative practice. It provides space and opportunities  to Malta's growing Cultural and Creative industries sector with a focus on design, entrepreneurship and social impact.

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Upcoming events

    • 21 May 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Studio 1
    • 20
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    Studio Sessions - No.Site.Studio with Elyse Tonna, Samuel Ciantar and their collaborators

    Join us for a participatory workshop and introduction to no.site.studio, exploring the intersection of architecture, design and community engagement. Through game-like activities and guided by their manifesto, we'll collaboratively rethink our public spaces. With insight from 2point3, we'll depart from visuals to kickstart a co-creative process of urban revitalization.

    To register, kindly send an email to vdc@vca.gov.mt with your name and surname, as well as the number of people you would like to reserve a spot for.

    Date & Time: Tuesday, 21st May at 6pm 
    Location: Studio 1, Valletta Design Cluster

    This event forms part of the Valletta Design Cluster's Studio sessions programme.

    • 29 May 2024
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Friggieri Hall
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    FiftySix Design Talks: Crafting Designs with Style & Sole

    Meet Angela Lu Combeléran & Becky Grech

    This May, FiftySix Design Talks invites you to a special evening at the Valletta Design Cluster. We’re diving into the worlds of fashion and shoe design, where tradition meets innovation to create something truly magical. Join us for insightful talks by Angela Lu Combeléran and Becky Grech, who are transforming the way we think about what we wear, one stitch and one step at a time.

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    Angela Lu Combeléran: Fashion as Your Personal Storyteller

    Angela Lu Combeléran is not just a fashion expert; she’s a globe-trotter with a rich background in fashion, marketing, and business. After years of living and working in Asia and Europe, Angela has developed a unique approach that combines creative flair with sharp analytical skills. This blend allows her to solve problems and strategize effectively, especially in the luxury retail sector.

    Her curiosity about consumer behavior and extensive experience with diverse cultures and high net worth individuals have equipped her with a deep understanding of what makes people tick. At FiftySix Design Talks, Angela will explore how fashion serves as a powerful form of personal expression and communication. She’ll share insights into the journey of fashion items from the drawing board to the retail environment, emphasizing how each piece can tell a compelling story.

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    Becky Grech: The Art of Shoe Design

    Step into Becky Grech’s world, where shoes are more than just footwear—they’re works of art. As the creative force behind BX Design, Becky crafts shoes that tell stories of Maltese heritage with a modern twist. Imagine wearing a pair of shoes that not only look fabulous but also carry the spirit of centuries-old craftsmanship.

    Becky is passionate about breathing new life into the traditional craft of shoemaking. With her unique blend of historical techniques and modern designs, each pair of shoes are unique, crafted with love and intended to last. She’s also on a mission to teach others, hoping to inspire a new generation to keep this beautiful art form alive in Malta.

    Mark your calendar for Wednesday, 29th May 2024, at 6:30 PM at Friggieri Hall, and get ready to be inspired. Whether you’re a fashion aficionado or just curious about the creative process, “Crafting Stories Through Fashion and Shoes” is more than just a talk—it’s an invitation to view design through a new lens.

    FiftySix Design Talks is an exciting collaboration between The Golden Glitch and the Valletta Design Cluster. This dynamic partnership brings together artists, designers, and innovators for a series of talks that explore the intersection of tradition and modernity in design. It’s a space where time-honored crafts meet contemporary ideas, all hosted within the historic walls of Valletta.

    Connect & Inspire:

    After the talks, stay for a mingle session. Connect with fellow creatives, share ideas, and get inspired over a glass of wine in the stunning surroundings of Valletta. 

    • 24 Jun 2024
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Friggieri Hall
    • 28
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    Title: The Place We Knew Isn't That Far Away - Youth Culture Captured by ‘Il-Gululu’

    Synopsis

    Summers spent lazying about at Fond Għadir in Sliema; laying on the limestone, sporting swimsuits freshly sewn. 

    In the mid-20th century, Sliema was the place to be for young people. Sliema's promenade, once lined with colonial limestone townhouses, used to be filled with cliques of young people. Nowadays, Sliema still persists as a space where younger generations interact, but what has changed in the past 50 or so years? In this talk by Magna Żmien, we'll be exploring Sliema then and now through the lens of Joseph Darmanin 'Il-Gululu', a former president of the Malta Photographic Society whose portraits of his friends in his hometown are a snapshot of an area that has played a vital role in the cultivation of youth culture in Malta for decades. 

    This event forms part of the Valletta Design Cluster's Studio Sessions programme.

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