Services, hours and details last checked against SO Galerie's own published information.
SO Galerie, part of the Picture House in Iklin, Malta, is a gallery that combines art curation, bespoke picture framing and custom carpentry in one process, from selecting a work to installing it. It works with private collectors, interior designers, hotels and commercial clients. Enquiries go through the VisitMalta.co.uk form on this page.
SO Galerie and Picture House share one idea: art should belong in the space it lives in, rather than being added at the end. The gallery, listed in Iklin in the middle of Malta, brings curation, bespoke framing and custom carpentry together so that a project can move from choosing a work to hanging it without being passed between different suppliers.
On VisitMalta.co.uk it appears among our art galleries in Malta and our interior designers in Malta, which reflects the way it straddles both worlds.
A living gallery built since 2009
SO Galerie describes itself as a living gallery space, built since 2009 from hands-on experience. The approach is that art is something to be experienced in a setting, and the gallery works with private collections of paintings, sculpture and selected works, as well as exhibitions in Malta and abroad.
The Picture House brings in the craft side, with in-house workshops for framing and carpentry. Together they serve private residences, hospitality venues and commercial projects, from a single artwork to a complete collection. If you are moving to the island and need to furnish a home, our Malta relocation guide covers the practical steps.
The gallery's founding idea is stated plainly: art is not decoration but presence. That means choosing a work for a particular wall, framing it so it suits the room, and where needed building the shelving or joinery around it. Projects are described as tailored for space and scale, from an intimate interior to a large hotel, with every detail managed from concept to installation.
Art curation and collector services
Curation covers choosing works for exhibitions, private collections and hospitality environments. SO Galerie works with collectors, architects, interior designers and cultural institutions to bring art into homes, hotels and offices, and offers site-specific artworks, spatial installations, custom installations and advice on artistic direction.
Collectors can ask for art advisory and acquisition support, private viewings and curated presentations, conservation and display solutions and advice on where to place a piece. The online shop lists works by around 27 artists in media that include oil and acrylic on canvas, bronze, ceramics, stone, linocut and limited edition photography. For ideas on the wider island, see our guide to things to do in Malta.
Creative partnerships and cultural projects are part of the service too, combining art, design and experiential environments. Visitors from the UK who are furnishing a holiday home, or designers working on a Maltese commission, can use the gallery as a single point of contact; our Valletta guide and Mdina guide show the historic towns many clients draw inspiration from.
Bespoke framing and carpentry
Framing is treated as part of how art is seen, not an afterthought. Frames are handcrafted in the in-house workshop, using fine natural woods, imported water-resistant composites and modern mechanisms, and can be made in unusual shapes and sizes. Quality control covers design, production and installation, and the team offers guidance on protecting work from light and humidity.
Carpentry follows the same principles, producing architectural details, bespoke furniture, shelving and large-scale pieces for private interiors, hospitality and commercial spaces and exhibitions. Hanging and lighting are also offered. Hotel and restaurant owners may find our overview of hotels in Malta a useful reference for the sector.
Because the framing and carpentry teams work alongside the curators, a project can be planned as one composition: the artwork, its frame, its lighting and the surfaces around it. A consultation can be booked to discuss materials, durability and long-term performance before any work begins.
Classes, workshops and getting in touch
The gallery regularly hosts art workshops for emerging and established artists, creative courses for adults, programmes for children and cultural events. A workshop schedule is published on the site.
Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm, and Saturday, 10am to 1pm, closed on Sunday. Check the season with our Malta weather guide and look at flights to Malta if you are coming from the UK. To begin a project or ask about a work, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to the gallery.
Questions about SO Galerie
What is SO Galerie?
SO Galerie is a gallery that combines art curation, bespoke picture framing and custom carpentry. It is part of the Picture House and has been built up since 2009.
Who does SO Galerie work with?
It works with private collectors, architects, interior designers, hospitality clients and cultural institutions, on projects ranging from a single artwork in a home to large hotel environments.
What framing services are available?
The in-house workshop makes bespoke frames from fine natural woods and imported composites, in custom sizes and complex shapes, with guidance on protecting artwork from light and humidity.
Can SO Galerie make furniture and joinery?
Yes. The Picture House offers custom carpentry, including bespoke furniture, architectural details, shelving and large-scale pieces for private homes, hotels, commercial spaces and exhibitions, made in its own workshop.
What are the opening hours?
The gallery's listed hours are Monday to Friday, 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm, and Saturday, 10am to 1pm. It is closed on Sundays.
Does SO Galerie offer art classes?
Yes. It hosts workshops for artists, creative courses for adults and programmes for children, along with cultural events. Ask through the enquiry form for the current schedule.
Practical information
SO Galerie is listed in Iklin, Malta, and the website does not print a street address, so arrange a visit through the enquiry form. The gallery's listed hours are Monday to Friday, 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm, and Saturday, 10am to 1pm, with Sunday closed. To start a project, ask about a work or book a consultation on framing or carpentry, use the form on this page and VisitMalta.co.uk will pass your message to the gallery.
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The details on this page were correct on 25 October 2026, as published on the SO Galerie website. Services, prices and hours can change, so please confirm when you enquire.