Naxxar - Bungalows

SAN PAWL TAT-TARGA - This distinctive semi-detached corner residence is thoughtfully designed to maximise space while creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. Its innovative inverted layout positions the bedrooms on the lower levels—keeping them naturally cooler during summer and easier to warm in winter—while the main living spaces are elevated above. These upper levels open onto an outdoor terrace, pool deck, and lap pool, creating an ideal setting for relaxation and entertaining. The home showcases a refined palette of materials, including marble, granite, concrete, perforated steel, and bamboo, creating a rich and contemporary aesthetic. Carefully positioned double-glazed apertures take full advantage of the East–West orientation, allowing natural light to animate the interiors throughout the day. A striking six-metre picture window in the west-facing kitchen frames sunset views, while a central courtyard draws daylight deep into the lower levels, reducing the need for artificial lighting.

Sustainability is at the heart of the design. Energy-efficient features include a solar chimney, 18 high-performance photovoltaic panels, and a fully insulated building envelope, contributing to the home’s net-zero energy performance. A dramatic three-storey light well channels natural light down to the basement level while also supporting passive cooling. As warm air rises and escapes through operable openings at the glazed top, cooler air is drawn through the basement and circulated upward, naturally cooling the living spaces during hot Maltese summers.