The Features - Old Houses Malta

The Features

When viewing old properties, we are often amazed the level of detail our ancestors took into consideration when building these houses. In this section, we explore the features that make these properties worth our time and money. We take a step back and explore the origins of these features to understand what makes them truly unique. The devil is in the detail: the flooring, the Maltese stone, the wooden apertures etc… these constitute the uniqueness of the property. We invite you to sit back and relax and hope you enjoy this read.

Door Knockers in Malta

Did you ever wonder what’s the history behind the eye-catching and peculiar door knockers around the islands? Before

Baroque Architecture in Malta

We all have seen the grand arrogant style which leaves you delighted and dazzled. In this post we take a step back and dive

The Muxrabija

Muxra xiex? In reality they are not very common in Maltese houses anymore. However, it is said, that the Muxrabija is the

The Wooden Balcony

Wooden balconies in Malta certainly go a long way, and considered as an important architectural feature in traditional Maltese