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Mizzi Studio is an interdisciplinary studio based in London, UK and Valletta, Malta, working across multiple sectors and scales. We design beautiful environments, infrastructure and architecture for governments, cultural and educational institutions and commercial and private clients.
We believe in architecture’s power to make a positive social and environmental impact. Our work tells compelling stories in innovative ways. Our mission is to craft a harmonious future for all through architecture and design, rooted in community, culture and climate.
Mizzi create truly holistic projects from concept to completion. We are skilled at acquiring planning permission for ecological and cultural sensitive, UNESCO and Grade I listed sites. We are contextualist designers, embracing technology with physical craft to create spaces that nourish the spirit, appeal to a human scale and inspire a sense of wonder.
We are proud to have collaborated with clients including the Royal Botanic Gardens of Kew, The Royal Parks, The Science Museum London, Morgans Hotel Group, Saloni, Colicci, Tom Dixon, the Green School Bali and the Government of Malta.
Our work is global and has been shaped by the unique context of both London and Malta where you’ll find our team. As well as bases in Bali and Brussels, connecting us to the global and European scene. We are designers who deeply respect our surroundings, wherever we find ourselves.
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London
Established in London, the city is a catalyst for our practice’s forward-thinking approach and drive for innovation. Our work is now embedded in the cultural landscape of London through key projects for The Royal Parks, The Royal Botanic Gardens of Kew and the Science Museum. From our London studio we work at the intersection of best environmental practice, planning guidelines and experimentation.
Malta
Malta’s strategic location in the middle of the Mediterranean has made the island a coveted prize for civilisations throughout history. Our language, architecture and culture reflect the Mediterranean, North African, and European influences that make Malta a microcosm of the world around us. Our environment has shaped how we design, from the unique and resilient garrigue landscape to the limestone that built our cities.
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We are proud to have created designs for The Royal Parks, The Science Museum, The Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, St Katharine Docks, Fora, Morgans Hotel Group, Marie Guerlain, Saloni and Colicci, to name just a few.Our recent collaborators include Bell Phillips Architects, Design Research Studio, Hirsch & Mann, Orms, Saatchi & Saatchi, Tom Dixon and Tom Raffield.
We recognise the importance of moving beyond sustainability towards a regenerative design practice that actively restores our environment, protecting and increasing biodiversity. We do this by paying close attention to all parts of our ecosystem; from plant to planet. As designers we recognise that we are on a journey and are committed to keep learning.
Culture
Our shared mission is to leave our planet in a better place for the collective progress and prosperity of humanity. We recognise the continual thread of the cultures and histories that unite us and the unique contexts that make us different. Our work endeavours to create a shared sense of belonging and meaning
Craft
As a practice we are forward thinking; embracing experimentation and innovation while looking back to respectfully borrow from lineages of aesthetics, craft, and materiality. We find ourselves at an incredible intersection - a true recipe for innovation, where nature is inspiring technology, whilst technology is deepening our understanding of nature. Together, they are driving our creativity.
Climate
We take seriously our commitment to act as custodians of nature for future generations and the health of the planet. We are committed to tackling the UN's Sustainable Development Goals that aim to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all by 2030.
Community
Bringing people together to create meaningful change is at the heart of what we do. As a practice we don’t just present solutions - we share why they matter; building partnerships that inspire change. Our team spans architects, product designers, interior designers, landscape architects, and cinematographers working together on a shared journey. We thrive on cross-pollination and believe creativity happens where disciplines meet.
Maltese-British architect and designer, Jonathan Mizzi, is the Founding Director of Mizzi Studio.
He trained at the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL where he was awarded a Commendation for his work in Neo Futuristic design in Architecture, and also studied Digital Set Design, Visual Effects and Animation at the USC School of Cinematic Arts in Los Angeles and Escape Studios in London.
Matthew studied automotive design at Coventry University and has worked with leading names such as Jaguar. He moved to China as a product designer before joining Mizzi Studio in 2013. He has led projects ranging from a sculpture of a ship's hull to an AI robot and, most recently, the design of a family of new kiosks for London's Royal Parks. Matthew has a self-declared weakness for 70s Russian sci-fi cinema. He's also a one man rhythm section, playing both drums and bass.
Jo-Marie studied Three Dimensional & Spatial Design at the Institute of Creative Arts at MCAST (Malta College of Arts Science and Technology) and has a passion for capturing and creating beautiful spaces. When she is not creating the 3D visuals for Mizzi Studio's projects, she is planning her next adventure abroad.
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Alessandro completed his degree and masters in architectural design at the University of Malta, during he spent a semester at the University of Bologna’s Aldo Rossi Faculty of Architecture studying master planning and restoration. Prior to joining Mizzi Studio, Alessandro worked as a partner at Make Architects London studio for 8 years assisting on a variety of high-end office, residential and commercial projects internationally. Since joining Mizzi studio, Alessandro has worked on infrastructural, educational and residential projects within the Mizzi portfolio in both London and Malta.
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Julia Frendo is an architectural designer with an interest in the convergence of natural landscapes and architecture. Her work delves into the interplay between the natural conditions of the ground and resources, embracing an interdisciplinary approach, driven by research, design, and experimentation. Her journey includes an undergraduate degree from the University of Malta, studies at the University of Kansas, and an MA in Architecture from the Royal College of Art. She's passionate about using mixed media and photography as a tool to express the intricacies of daily life in our surroundings.