Thea Babington-Stitt
Thea is the Managing Editor for the Ideal Home website. Thea became the Deputy News & Houses Editor of LivingEtc, and over the years held positions at Homes & Gardens and Country Homes & Interiors before moving to working with the print and digital versions of Ideal Home in 2021 and her current role in 2022.
Thea wanted to write for a living ever since she was a teenager. After school in Northern Ireland, she attended the University of Exeter to read English Literature before gaining an MA in Magazine Journalism from City University, London.
Although she specialised in Security and Organised Crime, Thea spent some time working on fashion and lifestyle titles, everything from Stylist to The Mail on Sunday before the process of styling her rental made her realise her love of interior design.
Thea has interests across every area of homes - from kitchens and colour schemes to technology and architecture. Over the past couple of years she has interviewed some of the most renowned names in interior design and is passionate about talking to people to discover new ideas, theories and ways of looking at design. In addition to her role at Ideal Home, Thea is studying for a diploma in interior design with The Interior Design Institute.
IDEAL HOME TRUTHS
Where's your happy place?Anywhere near a coastline. Although ideally in a cute beach house that fully leans in to the theme with bleached woods, woven textures and blues tones aplenty!
What's your home addiction?I adore candles. As soon as the sun goes down I get trigger happy with my matches to set the perfect relaxing mood.
What is your next home project?Very glamorously it's winter-proofing my Victorian flat – the current insulation is next to none.
Latest articles by Thea Babington-Stitt
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Wall panelling ideas for hallways - from country chic to contemporary cool
Add interest and depth to an oft-neglected space with wall panelling ideas for hallways
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Living room wall panelling ideas to add an extra dimension to your space
The best styles, shapes and shades of panels to add oomph to your walls
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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These Aldi dried flowers are a steal at less than £30 - and you'll want to act fast
This wallet-friendly dupe ticks all our boxes
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Kitchen table paint ideas - the best colours and finishes to choose from
Use kitchen table paint ideas for an easy way to give your space a new lease of life
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How much does it cost to repaint kitchen cabinets? Everything you need to know
Discover how much paint you need and what it'll cost to repaint kitchen cabinets before you get started
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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This 68p hack is going viral as the best way to keep a house cool in a heatwave
The kitchen foil on windows hack might sound bonkers, but experts promise when used correctly it can help keep a home cool
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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George Clarke's Home Truths
Discover what architect and TV presenter George Clarke surrounds himself with at home (and what chore he hates above all others)
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Bedroom wall panelling ideas to add the smart interior trend to your space
These bedroom wall panelling ideas will give your walls an on-trend textured upgrade
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Experts warn against the 'dangerous' lawn mowing hack going viral on TikTok
The viral shortcut for covering up patchy lawns offers more problems than solutions
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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The dirtiest hidden area in the home revealed - and it's not where we expected
New research shows where the filthiest parts of our homes is - are you remembering to clean here?
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Blue and grey living room ideas - how to pair these two shades to perfection
Use these blue and grey living room ideas to create a calm and refreshing lounge
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Add ease and warmth to your home with brand new boiler technology
Promotional feature with Navien
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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British Gas is reopening its energy grant tomorrow - here’s what you need to know
Find out if you’re eligible to receive up to £1,500 with the British Gas energy grant
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Upgrade your outdoor space with stylish and hardwearing Millboard decking
Millboard decking is the clever wood alternative. Moulded from real oak, these boards look just as good as - if not better than - the real deal
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Muggle magician builds the Weasley family clock from Harry Potter
It is now possible to build your own piece of magic with the help of computer code and old antique clock...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Be inspired by this ultramodern kitchen makeover
High-gloss grey units, along with stainless-steel appliances, deliver the modern look the owners wanted.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Be inspired by a relaxed Mediterranean-inspired kitchen
This calming galley kitchen links to the garden for relaxed living. See more kitchen design ideas at housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Eco-friendly kitchens - 10 ways to be green
When renovating a home, the responsible approach is to include as many green choices as possible.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Trend alert: The rise of regional gin
Craft distilling is booming around the country
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Glamorous kitchen - 7 budget decorating ideas
Turn your kitchen from bland to glam, with Style at Home's purse-friendly ideas
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Be inspired by this Scandi-style country kitchen
White units and red accessories give this kitchen a Scandi look. For more kitchen design ideas, visit housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Be inspired by a classic cream painted kitchen
Looking for kitchen inspiration? Beautiful Kitchens takes you around this classic cream hand-painted kitchen with tulipwood furniture and dark granite surfaces. For more kitchen tours and expert advice, visit housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Be inspired by a white minimalist kitchen
Looking for kitchen inspiration? Beautiful Kitchens takes you around this white contemporary kitchen with hi-gloss units, quartz worktops and stainless-steel appliances. For more kitchen tours and expert advice, visit housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Stunning green kitchen makeover offers a traditional look with a trend-led twist
This thoughtfully designed, on-trend kitchen will inspire us all to go green
By Thea Babington-Stitt