Design - Alan Galea, Simon Grech, Andrea Vassallo Cesareo (CVC Architecture)

Project Management - Christian Camilleri

Museum Patrons - Marian Galea, Chris Galea

Company Director - Jenny Vassallo Cesareo

Lead Researcher - Nicholas Galea Testaferrata

Assistant Researcher - James Baldacchino

Stylists - Angie Manduca, Diane Borg

Photography - Alex Attard

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Casa Gourgion, arguably the most photographed building in Mdina, has been capturing the imagination of locals and tourists alike for the best part of the last century. The house was built in the 1890s in a neo-gothic style, totally incongruous to the baroque setting of the main square of Mdina. Indeed, the outrage caused by this architectural folly back then, contrasts greatly with the interest and delight Casa Gourgion elicits today. 

 

Over the years, the property had numerous tenants, who carried out additions and alterations to the building fabric, until finally the current owners took back possession of the house in 2020. A comprehensive restoration project was to follow, that has successfully preserved and enhanced the architectural heritage of Casa Gourgion while adapting it for public use as a house museum. 

 

The primary objective of the owners was to return the property to a state as close as possible to the original via a restoration that was to revitalize Casa Gourgion as a sustainable and accessible cultural asset that respects its original character and its landmark status. 

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The restoration of Casa Gourgion has been a successful project that has preserved a valuable piece of Maltese heritage, driven by the determination and passion of the owners. The building now serves as a house museum, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the history and culture of Malta through its architectural and decorative elements. The project's success can be attributed to the collaborative efforts of the design team, the support of the local community, and the commitment to preserving the building's architectural and historical significance.