Elena Marsh
Founder & Curator
Leads edition research and shelf planning. Loves quiet fiction, stitched bindings, and lamps with fabric shades.
Our Story
Room Reads started with a simple observation: the right room makes reading easier. We combine curation and design to help people build comfortable spaces that invite attention and calm. Our selections consider typography, binding, paper, and cover design so books feel good in the hand and look graceful on the shelf. Every recommendation aims to reduce clutter, reduce glare, and make it simpler to open a page at any hour.
We are based in London and work with readers across the UK. Whether you have a spare corner or a full room, we map shelves, suggest lighting, and assemble editions that match your taste. The outcome is a steady routine: more pages read, less decision fatigue, and a room that feels like a quiet friend.
What We Value
Our principles guide every shelf we plan and every parcel we send. Clear communication, honest sourcing, and steady service build a room you can trust.
Simplicity
We reduce noise with tidy layouts and clear book lists so your attention stays on the page, not on managing stacks.
Comfort
Lighting, seating, and paper choices put your eyes first. We look for editions that resist glare and hold up to daily use.
Honesty
Clear delivery windows, fair returns, and straightforward recommendations with edition notes you can rely on.
Care
We choose durable materials and pack with minimal waste. A calm room should also be a responsible one.
Our Approach
We begin with your routine: when you read, how long, and what you reach for. From there we map zones—reference, comfort, and display—so shelves serve your habits. We pair warm bulbs with soft shade materials and suggest editions with strong spines, opaque paper, and restrained covers. The result is a room that looks settled and feels alive, ready for quick poems or long chapters alike.
Edition-first curation Shelf zones by use Warm, glare‑safe lighting Seasonal refresh option
Meet the Team
We’re readers, designers, and packers who care about the last detail—from paper weight to how a parcel opens on your table.
Andre Clarke
Lighting Specialist
Designs soft, low‑glare setups. Balances task lights with ambient glow for evening reading sessions.
Priya Desai
Client Support
Makes delivery and returns easy. Answers questions about bundles, editions, and gifting within one business day.
Sustainability
We minimise waste with paper tape, recycled fill, and right‑sized boxes. When possible, we highlight editions from presses with transparent sourcing and durable materials. Your room should feel calm without excess packaging. If a parcel arrives with damage, we replace it promptly and study the cause to prevent repeats.