Thea Jeffreys

Digital Writer

Thea Jeffreys is the Digital Writer on YourHomeStyle.uk, and is passionate about all things home décor. When she’s not scouring the internet for budget-friendly homeware finds, you’ll find her writing about the latest interior trends and handy upcycling tricks.

Recent articles by Thea Jeffreys

Interior Design Masters' Michelle Ogundehin shares her secrets to a more sustainable home

Internationally renowned interiors consultant, author and Interior Design Masters star Michelle Ogundehin shares her top tips for sustainable living...

‘My boyfriend says that the rectangular dining table, only
£40 from IKEA, looks like a wallpaper pasting table, but I
actually like that look of repurposing something, and it
folds away, which is really handy’

Her landlord gave her free rein to decorate – see what she did with pink paint and animal-print wallpaper

Here's how Emma Parkes transformed a bland rental property into a colourful, cosy home

The dark walls and copper accessories add glamour
to the functional kitchen space, while the bespoke open shelves allow the deep blue paint to shine through.

‘We knocked three cramped rooms into one – the transformation is incredible’

This inspiring kitchen makeover turned three cramped rooms into one bright, industrial-inspired, open-plan family space

Bijou bedroom budget makeover

'My small bedroom was ruining my sleep – so I gave it a clever makeover for just £500'

A new bed, smart storage and a blackout blind have turned this compact bedroom into a cosy retreat

‘At £8,000, the bi-fold aluminium doors were the biggest
expense of the whole project. Because of the high ceilings,
they had to be made bespoke. It was worth it though, as I
love being able to open the doors fully onto the landscaped
courtyard. The island stools were a bargain from Dunelm’

‘We were quoted £8,000 so we DIYed it for £800’ – and that’s just one of the renovation savings they made

Take a look inside Fiona's eclectic Manchester home, filled with unusual antique finds

Bathroom makeover: 'Mediterranean holidays inspired our relaxed look'

‘Our bathroom scheme was inspired by a holiday to Ibiza – and we spent less than £4,000 on the makeover’

Claire Hillen has blended the azure hues of the Aegean Sea with patterned tiles and sleek, black fixtures to re-create a laid-back, vacation vibe

The kitchen was the first room to get a revamp as its awkward layout made it difficult to live with. ‘We’re lucky that our friend, Eddie, is the owner of Fat Radish Kitchen Company, so we were able to fit a bespoke design,’ says Vicky

Never mind the period features – she bought this listed Georgian property for the smell!

Restoring their Grade II listed Georgian home wasn’t without difficulties for Vicky and Dale Gedge, but their renovation made it practical for modern living while preserving its history

Farmhouse decor ideas to make your home feel cosy and inviting

If you’re looking to add some rustic charm to your home, you won’t want to miss these farmhouse décor ideas

‘We bought the whole kitchen in the
sale from Wren, including the units,
worktops and all the appliances. It made
it so much cheaper and also easier
to plan than getting everything from
individual suppliers’

‘We bought the whole kitchen in the sale from one place, and it made it so much cheaper and easier to plan’

See how Sophia turned three rooms into one impressive living space

A kitchen with lots of drawers allows you to compartmentalise equipment more efficiently. Bev’s island stores all her cutlery, utensils, pots and pans

‘Our tiny kitchen was too cramped for a family of six – so we extended it into a bright family hub’

An extension transformed a cramped kitchen into a bright, sociable space, with plenty of smart storage and room for all the family

Bathroom makeover: 'I surprised my family with a sleek new bathroom'

‘I gave the bathroom a secret makeover as a surprise for my family and they couldn’t believe what I’d done’

After nine years of living with a tatty bathroom, Emily decided to give the space a secret makeover

After knocking two rooms together and extending at the rear, the couple had plenty of space to their plan their dream kitchen

‘Neighbours blocked our extension dreams – so we got creative with the layout instead’

When the neighbours objected to their plans for a bigger extension, Sam and Gareth got creative with the layout to create their dream family home

Chic boutique bedroom makeover

'I stayed at a chic boutique hotel – then gave my bedroom the same look'

A luxurious carpet, plenty of pattern and period details were high on the list of requirements for Beverley Graham’s elegant boudoir

A £10 paint, a £30 carpet and a day at IKEA – see how she turned an under-used bathroom into a fab home office

Kate Watson used clever design hacks, smart storage and a love of colour to create a space that’s perfect for working from home

Dark green dining makeover ideas

A dining room with a dark side – and we’re here for it

A clever mix of colour, painted furniture and clever finishing touches has turned a bland dining room into a warm, inviting space made for entertaining

Rather than buy an expensive pre-painted bath,
Tilly sprayed the tub herself. She also made the simple blind out of colourful fabric from Bluebellgray edged with fluorescent ribbon

Freezing cold, dangerous plumbing and mouldy walls – see how this bathroom became a glorious ray of sunshine

Take a look inside Tilly's colourful compact bathroom that’s both fun and functional

This small Victorian living room is bursting with colour – and its Marrakech-inspired scheme is full of ideas

Interior stylist Gemma Gear turned a dated Victorian living room in West Sussex into a vibrant, characterful space using bold colour, pattern and travel-inspired accessories.

Kitchen makeover: 'Extending our kitchen has been life-changing!'

‘The kitchen wasn’t big enough for us both to be in it!’ – here’s how they made it bigger and saved on costs

Sara Bryans and her wife Lucy expanded a small downstairs space into an open-plan kitchen, and transformed their family life in the process

‘Nothing could slow us down!’ – they overhauled the whole house in just six months and gave it a quirky edge

Take a look inside Raya's amazing period property, full of quirky colours and pattern

Bathroom makeover: 'It feels like showering in a rainforest!'

This colourful bathroom makeover feels like ‘showering in a rainforest’ – and the botanical wallpaper is stunning

Botanical wallpaper, green tiles and clever storage have turned a narrow space into a colourful, characterful family shower room

Although the bathroom is now smaller, Sina’s
low-key style choices and restrained white and grey palette creates a feeling of space. Improved storage – including deep, under-basin drawers – keeps
surfaces clear and everyday toiletries out of sight

‘We had to walk through the bathroom to go outside!’ – see how she solved an unusual problem with a chic fix

Take a look inside Sina's small but stunning bathroom makeover, a gem of monochrome simplicity

Living room makeover: 'It's now my favourite room in the house'

No one could believe the state of the living room when she moved in – now it’s her favourite room in the house

Take a look inside Yoko's inspiring and tranquil living room

‘I painted the plaster effect on the beam using leftover paint from the pink wall in the extension. It’s quite a narrow space so the open wooden shelves from IKEA are perfect for storing essentials without the need for wall cabinets’

Planning delays and problematic tree roots – but a small extension has completely changed the way they live

Take a look inside Charlotte's inspiring home, transformed from a Victorian warren into a contemporary open-plan dream

Kitchen makeover: 'We gave our kitchen a retro revamp for under £900'

‘We revamped our kitchen for under £900’ – here's how paint and sticky-back plastic can work wonders

Marnie Goodman used paint, sticky-back plastic and online bargains to bring life, colour and style back into her dated, brown kitchen