Our Team
Murray
Murray’s Background
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International Relations (BA) (University of Nottingham)
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5 years kindergarten and elementary teaching in Seoul
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Formal design education at The Interior Design Institute
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WELL AP accredited
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Psychology MSc education (University of Liverpool)
Elizabeth
Elizabeth's Background​
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15+ years running her own before- and after-school club
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5 years at Peterhouse 'Special Educational Needs' School, Southport (England)
Why did Allanberry Rooms start?
To help families with children with ADHD and Autism live calmer and happier lives at home
Current classrooms are not places where every child can learn and thrive
Work can be stressful and sensory design helps support wellbeing
Our Approach to design
Our three core values
No child experiences a space in the same way
We design with you in mind, there is no one-size-fits-all
Small changes can create big differences
A full remodel is not necessary
Design should support wellbeing, not just look nice
A space should allow you to work and feel good
Theories and Frameworks
Neurodivergence means that everyone’s brain works in different ways. It includes people with autism, ADHD, or strong sensory sensitivity. It reminds us that not everyone experiences or reacts to the world the same way — and that’s okay. Each person may need a different kind of space to feel their best.
In 1972, occupational therapist A. Jean Ayres created the Sensory Integration Theory. It explains how our brain takes in and organizes information from our senses — like sound, light, touch, and movement. Because of this process, we can control ourselves, stay focused, and react well to what happens around us. When our environment supports our senses, we can feel calm and comfortable. But if it doesn’t, we might feel tired, distracted, or uneasy.