Dispal Sakaria, MD, Lafit Lighting speaks about how Lafit Lighting has evolved from being a technology enabler to a design-driven brand that crafts light as an architectural language.
What inspired the foundation of Lafit Lighting, and how has the brand evolved since its inception?
Lafit Lighting began with a simple vision — to bring the latest lighting technology to India. As one of the early pioneers of LED lighting in the country, we started as technology enablers. Over the years, our philosophy evolved: lighting, to us, is more than brightness; it’s about crafting spaces that feel right. Today, Lafit stands as a design-led brand reimagining the emotional and architectural role of light.
What differentiates Lafit from other players in the lighting industry?
Lafit’s distinction lies in three guiding principles:
• Reliability: Every product is engineered for longterm performance, durability, and consistency.
• Loyalty: Our two-decade journey is built on enduring partnerships founded on trust, transparency, and growth.
• Innovation: We constantly explore new technologies and forward-thinking design to deliver future-ready lighting experiences.
Which key segments does Lafit Lighting cater to, and what range of products do you offer?
We operate across three primary architectural lighting segments — Indoor, Outdoor, and Profile Lighting.
• Indoor: Spotlights, downlights, magnetic track lights, pendant and linear strip lights with smart control integration.
• Outdoor: Wall lights, bollards, façade lights, floodlights, in-ground and underwater lights engineered for durability.
• Profile: Recessed, surface-mounted, and custom linear profiles designed to integrate seamlessly into architecture.
We offer complete design and project support across residential, commercial, hospitality, and public spaces.
Could you highlight some of your signature product offerings? With over 10,000 SKUs, Lafit’s extensive portfolio blends performance, efficiency, and design.
• Flexilum: A braided pendant series in vibrant hues that brings artistic flair and modular functionality to interiors.
• Morphix: A modular system designed for adaptability and easy maintenance, ideal for evolving spaces.
• Emerald: Defined by double anti-glare technology, Emerald offers high lumen output within an ultra-slim form, merging comfort with precision — a favorite in hospitality, retail, and workspace environments.
Could you share a few landmark projects where Lafit’s lighting solutions played a defining role?
Lafit’s design expertise has illuminated numerous iconic spaces across India:
• Raj Sabhagruh, Dharampur: Blending tradition and modernity through layered ambient lighting.
• Mahati Wellness, Mumbai: A tranquil sanctuary shaped by soft, diffused coves.
• Enrise by Sayaji, Lonavala: Winner of Best New Hotel in Western India at the H&RA Awards 2025 — a testament to the synergy of lighting and architecture.
With over 30 five-star hotels nationwide, Lafit’s footprint exemplifies precision, creativity, and execution excellence.
How do you collaborate with architects and designers to deliver project-specific solutions?
Our in-house lighting design team engages from concept to completion — understanding spatial intent, functionality, and emotion. We develop bespoke solutions that balance aesthetics with performance. For specialized projects, we also collaborate with leading lighting consultants to ensure every nuance aligns with the design vision.
What lighting solutions does Lafit offer for outdoor environments?
Our outdoor range merges resilience with refined design, including bollards, façade lights, floodlights, inground uplights, spike lights, and wall-mounted fixtures. Each piece is engineered to withstand environmental challenges while enhancing architectural character.
What does your indoor lighting portfolio encompass?
Our indoor collection defines mood and experience through an extensive range of pendants, track and magnetic systems, downlights, spotlights, and linear strip lighting. Each fixture is crafted for visual comfort and seamless architectural integration.
Could you elaborate on your profile lighting solutions?
Profile lights — linear LED systems housed in aluminium channels — deliver sleek, continuous lines of light. We offer:
• Recessed/Trimless Profiles: For minimal, seamless finishes.
• Surface-Mounted Profiles: For areas where recessing isn’t feasible.
• Suspended Profiles: Creating floating lines of illumination.
• Magnetic/Track Profiles: Offering flexibility for dynamic, adaptive spaces.
Where do you see Lafit Lighting in the next five years, and how would you like the brand to be known?
In the coming years, Lafit aims to lead India’s architectural lighting movement — not merely as a manufacturer, but as a creative partner shaping transformative spaces. In one line: Lafit Lighting aspires to redefine how India experiences light — elevating architecture, enriching ambience, and inspiring innovation.
