Editorial team

Authors and technical reviewer

These professional profiles were supplied and confirmed by Roomology on 30 August 2026. Article-level credits are added only when the contributor's participation is recorded.

Profile provenanceThe names, education, memberships and experience below are supplied and confirmed by Roomology. Public credential or portfolio links will be added when available. A profile does not by itself establish that the person wrote or reviewed a particular article.

Senior Interior Designer & Lead Writer

Eleanor Vance

Eleanor holds a BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture from the University of the Arts London (UAL) and has over a decade of experience working on high-end residential refurbishments across London and the Home Counties. Her specialist areas include sustainable timber sourcing, architectural spatial mapping and biophilic lighting design.

Home Improvement & Building Specialist

Julian Mercer

Julian is a chartered surveyor (MRICS) and residential renovation consultant with 14 years of practical experience in UK property extensions and loft conversions. His contributions focus on building regulations, structural alterations, thermal insulation, renovation planning and professional trade management.

Styling & Décor Editor

Sophia Sterling

Sophia graduated from Chelsea College of Arts and specialises in colour psychology, textile selection, modern minimalist interiors, palette development, bespoke cabinetry integration and sourcing authentic vintage mid-century furniture.

Editor-in-Chief & Technical Reviewer

Marcus Thorne

Marcus is a design journalist and full member of the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID). He oversees Roomology's editorial standards, reviews technical content, verifies design recommendations, checks UK Building Regulations references where applicable and ensures published guidance meets professional standards for architectural accuracy, practicality and aesthetic quality.

Editorial workflow

  1. Topic selection. Subjects are chosen from reader needs, search intent and real residential design challenges.
  2. Research. Work prioritises professional organisations, technical documents, industry sources, manufacturers and relevant academic evidence.
  3. Expert contribution. The appropriate writer or specialist contributes according to the topic and available evidence.
  4. Fact-check and review. Technical claims, measurements, materials and regulatory references are checked before publication.
  5. Maintenance. Material changes are recorded and content is updated when its facts or practical usefulness change.