Meet caroline
Blending beauty, function, and meaning to create interiors that feel like home, tailored to reflect individuality and designed to endure.
Caroline has just marked a decade of shaping interiors that balance beauty, practicality, and soul. Inspired early on by her family’s love for restoring old properties, she pursued formal training with Rhodec International under London Metropolitan University before establishing her own studio in Malta.
She is best known for her work on traditional Maltese houses – townhouses, character homes, and heritage properties – where she blends the charm of history with the ease of contemporary living.
At the same time, she also works on apartments and modern aesthetics, tailoring her approach to reflect each client’s lifestyle and vision.
From full-scale renovations to bespoke furniture and thoughtful layouts, her projects are always rooted in creativity, detail, and collaboration.
Her design philosophy is simple: a beautiful space should feel balanced, timeless, and infused with soul. Whether classic or contemporary, her interiors are designed to nurture connection, conversation, and calm.
Beyond design, Caroline is passionate about cultural heritage and often supports restoration causes. She also enjoys painting, hunting for vintage finds, and reading widely – always seeking new inspiration to enrich her work.
I believe that a home should be a reflection of both the people who live in it and the space itself. I approach each project with a deep respect the character of the home, while ensuring that it aligns with the lifestyle and personality of my clients. My goal is to uncover the soul of each space and bring out its truest form of beauty, creating an environment that connects both my client and the home on a meaningful level.
To me, a home is more than just a place to live – it’s a sanctuary that should enhance your daily life. I work closely with both the client and the home itself to ensure that the design respects both your lifestyle and the space’s inherent character. I take the time to understand your needs and vision, ensuring that the design concept fits within your budget and timeline, and elevates your experience in a space that feels truly yours.
Respecting the original architecture and surroundings of a home is at the core of my design philosophy. I believe in blending the old with the new, thoughtfully incorporating modern elements while honouring the past. By fusing these elements, I create spaces that feel both timeless and full of life – spaces that tell a story, feel well-loved, and stand the test of time.
Collaboration is key in my design process. I value open, honest communication and work to ensure that expectations are clear from the start. By building a relationship of trust with my clients, I can creatively explore solutions that bring their vision to life, while also respecting the integrity of the home. Together, we will create a space that feels both personal and authentic.
“Working with Caroline Ciantar Barbara on our renovation project in the Cotswolds was such a fun and rewarding experience! It took so much stress out of the whole thing and made it an exciting creative journey for us. We loved her suggestions, and she was very practical as well- designing built in furniture as well as sourcing antique and new furniture. We are so happy with the results. Highly recommend.”
“Working with Caroline Ciantar Barbara on our renovation project in the Cotswolds was such a fun and rewarding experience! It took so much stress out of the whole thing and made it an exciting creative journey for us. We loved her suggestions, and she was very practical as well- designing built in furniture as well as sourcing antique and new furniture. We are so happy with the results. Highly recommend.”
“Working with Caroline Ciantar Barbara on our renovation project in the Cotswolds was such a fun and rewarding experience! It took so much stress out of the whole thing and made it an exciting creative journey for us. We loved her suggestions, and she was very practical as well- designing built in furniture as well as sourcing antique and new furniture. We are so happy with the results. Highly recommend.”
“We had the pleasure of working with Caroline for our home and couldn’t be happier with the results. Caroline is incredibly professional and attentive, always listening carefully to our needs. She transformed our vision into reality, seamlessly adapting our style into her designs.
Communication was effortless; she quickly understood our preferences and was easy to talk to, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Her ability to work within a very adequate time frame was impressive. We highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a talented and professional interior designer.”
“We couldn’t be more thrilled with the exceptional work Caroline did on our B&B project, The Carob Tree Gozo! Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism were unparalleled, and she transformed our vision into a beautiful, welcoming space that guests continuously rave about.
The blend of comfort, style, and functionality is perfect, creating an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and homely. Caroline was attentive, communicative, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everything was just right. Highly recommended!”
“Caroline understood the assignment. She created a home which is a beautiful and functional space that perfectly reflects my style. Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. From taking my calls to joining me for appointments and supplier visits walking on what would be my future kitchen floor tile – I couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking to elevate their living space.”
“I hired Caroline Ciantar- Barbara to completely redesign a house and transform it into a coffee shop. From the start, she understood my vision and translated it into a beautiful space that exceeded all my expectations. Her creativity, was impressive!
Communication throughout the project was smooth, and she was always available to address any questions or concerns.
I highly recommend Caroline to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and creative interior designer.”
“Caroline helped me in the set up and furnishing of a tiny, one bedroom seafront apartment. Her artistic capability shone through with every detail, be it the lights, the colour scheme, choice of furniture etc and her selections were such that every space was utilised to its full capacity without compromising the space itself.
The size of this task had no bearing on her professional attitude. She tackled it with the same gusto that she applies to all her other more challenging projects. She is precise, polite and always at hand when the need arises.”
“Caroline’s ability to maximise the use of space while preserving the historic charm of our house was exceptional.
She seamlessly blended modern comfort with the original structural elements of the house.”
Transform your space with timeless design that reflects your unique style and personality. Let’s collaborate to craft a space that you’ll love for years to come.





Transform your space with timeless design that reflects your unique style and personality. Let’s collaborate to craft a space that you’ll love for years to come.