Thea Babington-Stitt
Thea is the Managing Editor for the Ideal Home, website.
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 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 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.
Ideal Home Truths
I adore candles. As soon as the sun goes down I get trigger happy with my matches to set the perfect relaxing mood.
There’s not too much I can do where I am but I love helping friends plan how they can decorate their homes. One has moved into a wonderful fixer-upper in the Northern Irish countryside and I can’t wait to see the visions come to life!
Latest articles by Thea Babington-Stitt
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Take a virtual tour of a neutral kitchen-diner makeover
The owners wanted a new, bright and modern look that was both light and welcoming. High-gloss units reflect the light, while the coffee tones warm it up.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to buy an oven
The oven is arguably the most important kitchen appliance, so make the right choice with our expert tips
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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From bulky bathroom to sleek shower room, you won’t believe this makeover
How a dated family bathroom was given a stylish new lease of life
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to buy a kitchen sink
We've got everything you need to know to help you pick the perfect kitchen sink
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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6 kitchen-diners to die for
Livingetc's guide to the most desirable spaces for entertaining families and friends
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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8 arty walls for your country home
Get creative and add visual drama with large-scale wallpaper panels, murals and photography
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Step inside this refurbed 1930s home with a calm but cool colour palette
The dreamy shades give this light-filled property an extra wow factor
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Tour this chic urban home full of pared-back perfection
For contemporary looks meets family comfort, this house is full of style to steal
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Explore this architect-designed Victorian home packed with clever ideas
This home is a masterclass in using space while retaining a calm and collected feel
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Step inside a warm and rustic country kitchen
Bespoke tulipwood cabinetry, spray painted in subtle green and cream, gives this curvaceous kitchen a country feel.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Simple bathroom ideas
Update your bathroom with the simple decorating ideas that are bound to create a relaxed and calm bathroom space.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Weird and the wonderful kitchens
Looking for inspirational kitchen designs? We pick the most unusual kitchen designs around. From weird to wonderful...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Take a tour around a sleek white kitchen
Handleless Mezzo White hi-gloss cabinetry by Burbridge Crafted Design creates an open-plan feel
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Country kitchen accessories - our top pick
Pretty floral crockery, gingham prints and cheering pastel shades (not to mention the obligatory AGA) it’s easy to see why country kitchens are so enduringly popular.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Kitchen planning tips from top designers
If the size, shape or style of the kitchen in your home doesnt bear any resemblance to the one in your dreams.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Create the ultimate live-in kitchen
See our open-plan kitchen ideas for decorating inspiration. We've got loads of kitchen decorating ideas for small kitchens and for open-plan kitchens and live-in kitchens. See more kitchen decorating ideas at housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Take a tour of this ideas-filled modern mews in London, on the market for £2.5million
This multi-million pound house is our new decorating obsession
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Take a tour around a rustic converted barn in France
Find modern decorating inspiration from our room-by-room house tour of a stylish converted barn in French Provence. Find decorating ideas from its rustic farmhouse features with our modern house tour.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Discover this unique barn conversion – a masterclass in modern rustic style
The owners of this home share their style secrets
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Storm damage - how to minimise the impact on your home
Protect your home from storm damage with these top tips on prevention and repairs
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Check out this colourful kitchen
Love painted kitchens? Ideal Home takes a tour of this Shaker-style kitchen in fresh blue with a black granite worktop and tongue-and-groove splashbacks.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to serve the best afternoon tea this Mother's Day
Personalise your Mother’s Day surprise and serve up the perfect afternoon tea
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Check out this modern grey-painted kitchen
This country-style kitchen has been given a contemporary look with industrial accessories and stainless-steel appliances. For more kitchen makeovers, go to housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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A Guide to Induction Hobs
Cook up a storm in the kitchen with a sleek, chic induction hob.
By Thea Babington-Stitt