Team
Senior Architect: Perit Alexandra Manche’
Senior Architect (Graduate): Mattea Fenech
Junior Architect: Davida Bonanno
Project Co-Ordinator/Social Media Manager: Cherise Debattista
Founded in 2020 by Perit Alexandra Manché, Amanche Architecture was born at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic – a time when many young practices struggled simply to survive. What began as a leap of faith has grown into a resilient, women-led studio based in Sliema, working across architecture, interiors, and adaptive reuse. Today, the practice comprises Alexandra as principal, two junior architects, and a studio manager, forming a close-knit team united by curiosity, care, and commitment. At under five years old, Amanche is firmly positioned within the criteria for the Emerging Practice Award.
Our philosophy is simple yet ambitious: every project should leave the built environment better than we found it. We believe architecture has the power to bring joy, to build community, and to create spaces that endure. Our approach is guided by sensitivity to context and history, openness to collaboration, and an ethos that design should feel both personal and meaningful.
In just four years, we have built a portfolio that demonstrates versatility, consistency, and ambition. From housing and hospitality to adaptive reuse and interiors, each project is approached as an opportunity to test ideas, refine our voice, and contribute positively to Malta’s built environment.
What sets Amanche apart is our unapologetic design language. We work with bold colour palettes and highlight architectural features that others often conceal in the pursuit of minimalism. Rather than smoothing over details to appear “modern,” we choose to celebrate character, history, and form; creating spaces that are expressive, distinctive, and memorable.
This commitment is strengthened by a collaborative way of working. Within the studio, we nurture a culture of openness and curiosity; beyond it, we engage engineers, artists, and designers whose input broadens our perspective. We pair this creative exchange with digital tools, AI, and rigorous project management systems to ensure delivery with clarity and precision.
Resilience has been our greatest achievement so far. From navigating the turbulence of Covid-19 to realising ambitious projects like ALBA Guesthouse, each challenge has tested us, sharpened our confidence, and refined our voice. Looking ahead, we aim to continue shaping a woman-led practice that delivers architecture which is joyful, community-oriented, and deeply rooted in Malta’s cultural landscape. In under five years, our portfolio has grown across housing, hospitality, adaptive reuse, and interiors. Whether completed, ongoing, or speculative, every project reflects our core belief: that colour, detail, and honesty of form can enrich daily life and offer a powerful alternative to conformity in the built environment.
Images © Julian Vassallo, Therese Debono
