Helena Madden

A blonde woman in front of a blue painting
Title: Senior Editor
Education: Fordham University
Location: New York, NY
Expertise: Home, Shopping, Living, Holidays & Entertaining

Helena Madden is an editor and award-winning writer with nearly a decade of experience in luxury lifestyle and home design journalism. She previously held positions at Robb Report and Elle Decor magazines, where she covered everything from kitchen trend reports to celebrity homes. She joins Martha Stewart with a strong background in digital content creation and expert tips aplenty for your next home makeover.

Highlights:

  • Almost 10 years of editorial experience covering design, fashion, beauty, and more at renowned lifestyle magazines.
  • Spearheaded home coverage at Robb Report magazine, making the category one of the top-performing verticals online.
  • Oversaw photoshoots, pitched trend stories, and attended top industry events and trade shows at Elle Decor.

Experience

A passionate writer from a young age, Helena began her editorial journey in 2017 at a business-to-business publication focused on fashion and real estate. She went on to join the team at Robb Report, where she wrote feature-length stories for print and quick news stories for digital, cementing the home design and real estate category as one of the brand’s top-performing verticals. 

From there, she joined Elle Decor as a market editor, where she wrote and pitched trend stories and product roundups. In her last year with the brand, she oversaw various lifestyle photoshoots as well as online shopping stories and newsletters. As a primary representative for Elle Decor at industry events and trade shows, she has accrued strong connections in both the interior design and fashion sectors. 

At Martha Stewart, she covers a wide range of topics, from home and gardening to cleaning and organization. She’s also an avid DIY’er, having even built her own computer (after much trial and error, of course). 

Education

Helena graduated summa cum laude from Fordham University in 2018 with a degree in English and a concentration in creative writing. During her time there, she served as a book editor for the Fordham Undergraduate Research Journal, as well as a teaching assistant for the Gabelli School of Business. She was regularly on the dean’s list, and is a member of multiple honors societies, including Alpha Sigma Nu and Phi Beta Kappa. 

About Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, teaches and inspires over 7 million readers a month with tested-until-perfected recipes, elevated home and entertaining ideas, and creative DIY projects. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.

Latest from Helena Madden

blue bedroom
Pottery Barn Just Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration—Shop Our Favorites Here
Cosmos
20 Pink Flowers That Will Add Timeless Elegance to Your Garden
Bold green and pink coleus plant
11 Flowering Plants That Look Beautiful Even When They're Not in Bloom
Orange couch
How to Clean Couch Cushions for Beautiful, Refreshed Upholstery Year-Round
a pink and purple room
Purple Is Set to Dominate Interior Design in 2025—Here's Why
family living room couches
5 Things That Make Your Living Room Look Small—and How to Fix Them
modern kitchen with gold finishes and farmhouse sink
10 Mistakes to Avoid During Your Kitchen Renovation, According to Interior Designers
colorful decor accents living room
32 Wall Décor Ideas Designers Swear by, From Hanging Plates to Oversized Artwork
Modern, light kitchen with blue tile
7 Home Renovation Trends That Are Out for 2025, According to Interior Designers
Black and white galley kitchen
20 Galley Kitchen Ideas That Make the Most of This Design Concept
shower tile ideas
20 Shower Tile Ideas to Inspire Your Bathroom Remodel
minimalist coastal decor
How to Create a Minimalist Kitchen—and Why You Should, According to Experts
Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) in pot
How to Care for Christmas Cactus—a Holiday Houseplant That Can Last for Years
Luxury outdoor living
7 Outdoor Living Trends That Will Be Gracing Porches and Patios Everywhere in 2025
Small closet ideas
22 Small Closet Ideas to Make the Most of Your Space, According to Designers
Small bedroom decor
25 Small Bedroom Ideas With Big Impact
Lawn Party by Backdrop painted Kitchen
5 Kitchen Paint Color Trends for 2025 That Will Transform the Heart of Your Home
arched fireplace trim
32 Mantel Decor Ideas That Bring Style and Warmth to Your Home
biophilic design
The 10 Biggest Interior Design Trends of the Year, According to Google
good-things-wreaths-1-mld107860.jpg
14 Christmas Window Decoration Ideas to Inspire Your Holiday Displays
small entryways
5 Essential Décor Items for an Inviting Entryway, According to Top Interior Designers
a room with christmas decor
6 Christmas Décor Ideas to Inspire You This Season, According to Serena & Lily
antique furniture
8 Pieces of Furniture That Could Be Worth a Fortune, According to an Expert
Martha Stewart with handmade wreath
How to Hang a Wreath Without Making Holes in the Door