Katia Kolovea is a lighting designer, communication strategist, and passionate advocate for the lighting design profession. As the founder and creative director of ARCHIFOS, a boutique multidisciplinary agency based in London, Katia empowers lighting brands, design studios, and creative teams worldwide to communicate their value with clarity, creativity, and purpose.
Blending design expertise with strategic storytelling, she helps clients elevate their messaging and connect meaningfully with their audiences through immersive experiences, brand positioning, and both digital and real-world campaigns. Her global collaborations span 15 countries across 4 continents, covering architectural lighting, event and stage design, public art installations, high-end brand activations, content creation, and experiential marketing.
Katia’s work has been recognized with the Darc Award and the 40 Under 40 Lighting Design Award. She is an experienced international speaker, regularly invited to share insights on lighting design, light art, strategic communication, and creative strategy at global industry events.
Her leadership in community-focused and educational initiatives includes her roles as founder of the educational platform The Lighting Police, co-founder of the Silhouette Awards and the VLD.community, and core team member of the Women in Lighting movement, reflecting her commitment to mentorship, advocacy, and the advancement of the lighting profession. Through ARCHIFOS, Katia continues to build bridges between light, people, and powerful communication, helping the lighting industry shine brighter in every sense.
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