Lakarcade proudly marks another significant milestone in its journey with the grand opening of its 8th showroom at Shangri-La Colombo, further strengthening its presence within Sri Lanka’s premium hospitality and retail landscape.
The new showroom represents Lakarcade’s third location in collaboration with the Shangri-La Group, joining its established outlets at One Galle Face Mall and Shangri-La Hambantota.
This continued partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering exceptional retail experiences while celebrating and promoting the richness of Sri Lanka’s artistic and cultural heritage.
Taking Sri Lankan Craftsmanship to the World
At the heart of Lakarcade’s mission is a commitment to creating meaningful market opportunities for rural Sri Lankan artisans by connecting their authentic craftsmanship with international travellers and customers from around the world.
By bringing traditional Sri Lankan masterworks into prestigious hospitality destinations such as Shangri-La Colombo, Lakarcade helps strengthen the tourism-related economy, improve the livelihoods of artisan communities, and contribute towards generating valuable foreign exchange for Sri Lanka.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the management of Shangri-La for their ongoing partnership and shared vision. This expansion enables us to further amplify the global reach of our local craftsmen, offering guests from around the world an authentic piece of Sri Lankan heritage while uplifting the grassroots artisan economy.”
– Anil Koswatte, Managing Director & CEO, Lakarcade
Official Opening at Shangri-La Colombo
The official opening ceremony was held at 11:00 AM on 7 August 2026 at Shangri-La Colombo.
The occasion was graced by Lakarcade Deputy Chairman Mr. Darup Peiris and Mrs. Manjaree Peiris as Chief Guests, together with Mr. Andreas Streiber, General Manager of Shangri-La Colombo, as Guest of Honour.
The opening of the Shangri-La Colombo showroom represents another important step in Lakarcade’s vision of taking authentic Sri Lankan craftsmanship to a wider global audience.
A Message from Shangri-La Colombo
Welcoming Lakarcade to Shangri-La Colombo, Mr. Andreas Streiber, General Manager of Shangri-La Colombo, shared his congratulations:
“On behalf of Shangri-La Colombo, it gives me great pleasure to welcome Lakarcade to our hotel community as they open their 8th showroom island-wide.
At Shangri-La, we are dedicated to offering our international and local guests authentic cultural experiences. Lakarcade’s arrival provides our visitors a direct gateway to Sri Lanka’s finest handcrafted heritage items, while directly supporting the country’s rural artisans and tourism ecosystem.
We extend our warm congratulations to Mr. Anil Koswatte, the board, and the entire team at Lakarcade. We look forward to a successful relationship as we work together to showcase the best of Sri Lankan craftsmanship to the world.”
A New Chapter in Lakarcade’s Journey
With the opening of its 8th showroom, Lakarcade continues to expand its mission of creating a sustainable platform for Sri Lankan artisans while giving local and international visitors access to authentic products that reflect the island’s heritage, creativity, and craftsmanship.
The new Lakarcade at Shangri-La Colombo brings together luxury retail and Sri Lankan tradition in one of Colombo’s most prestigious hospitality destinations.
As Lakarcade continues its expansion, its purpose remains clear — preserving Sri Lankan heritage, empowering local artisans, and sharing the beauty of Sri Lankan craftsmanship with the world.
