About Lightopia
We create large-scale light festivals for cities and venues around the world.
Our Vision
Bringing cultural light experiences to global audiences.
Lightopia was created to share the beauty of Chinese lantern craftsmanship with the world. Our work focuses on turning cultural artistry into contemporary experiences that attract audiences and strengthen destinations. We design and deliver light festivals that highlight tradition, innovation, and the power of shared cultural experiences.
Our Story
Lightopia began with a simple goal: to bring authentic lantern art to international stages. Over the last decade, our team has delivered festivals across the United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia, working with parks, estates, cities, and cultural institutions. Each installation is created through a combination of design, craftsmanship, and technical production that reflects both heritage and modern creativity.
Today, Lightopia is recognised for producing festivals that draw large audiences, support tourism, and create meaningful cultural impact. Our work has been featured in major media outlets and has received international awards for design and innovation.
Our Mission
Meet the Founders
Ian Xiang
Founder and Creative Director, Lightopia
Ian Xiang has more than twenty years of experience creating large-scale lantern and light festivals. His work focuses on introducing Chinese lantern artistry to international audiences through contemporary design. He has delivered festivals across the United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia, and has established partnerships with leading venues, attractions, and cultural institutions. Ian’s projects have welcomed millions of visitors and received international recognition for creativity and audience impact. His vision is to bring high-quality cultural experiences to destinations worldwide.
Ava Moradi
Co-Founder and Brand Experience Director, Lightopia
Ava Moradi is a creative and brand experience strategist with expertise in turning concepts into immersive visitor experiences. Her work spans creative development, guest experience design, cross-cultural communication, and large-scale event strategy. Ava has led projects across the United Kingdom and internationally, with a focus on storytelling and culturally aware design. She oversees festival experience design, communications, and visitor engagement for Lightopia. Ava’s mission is to expand Lightopia’s global presence through thoughtful design and accessible cultural experiences.
