Born into a family of artists, Xhixha inherited his interest for the Fine Arts and passion for sculpting from his father,[1] whom among other things, was a state portraitist for the Albanian government.

Graduating from the Brera Academy in February 1999 his creations included works in Murano glass and sculptures in stainless steel using innovative and specialised techniques.

[8] Utilising the imagery of the American Flag, the work becomes a symbol of civilisation whilst invoking contemporary ideas like those explored by Jasper Johns and Donald Judd.

The building was designed by Uruguayan architect Carlos Ott,[11] and Xhixha was commissioned to make a sculpture for each of the 68 residential units, stating to The New York Times that he envisioned the project as "my very own private museum.

The monument, sculpted in 316 marine grade, mirror polished stainless steel, resembles a sail and stands tall next to the entrance of the club house at Quay level.

It reflected the city of Venice and its endangered water environment, while at the same time, emphasising the growing threat of global warming and its effect on the sea level rise.

[17] In 2016, Xhizha's sculptures were the subject of a solo outdoor exhibition in Pietrasanta, Italy entitled Shining Rock, in collaboration with Contini Art UK and the Bozzetti Museum.

[23] In July 2023 he held a solo exhibition at the Palazzo Reale, Milan, entitled "La reggia allo specchio" (The Palace in the Mirror).