Hafia Javed is the Design Principal at Studio HJ Lighting Design, located in Sydney. She is dedicated to crafting light that transforms spaces into soulful, welcoming environments and nurtures the well-being of those who inhabit them.
With a decade of experience in the design and construction industry, she collaborates closely with architects and designers on hospitality, residential, and commercial projects to bring their lighting goals to life. Her work weaves light into architecture – revealing beauty, evoking emotion, and harmonizing with human rhythms.”
She has collaborated with numerous architectural and interior design practices to help them actualise their lighting goals. She aims to find solutions that integrate smoothly with the interior and architecture while remaining functional and efficient.

Having a background in architecture and a further study of the human sensory processing, she uses her knowledge to create empathetic, elevating experiences for her clients.