Penny Modern

Hey guys, I’m working on some merch to show your love for design and help support the channel! What do you think about this t-shirt design?

1 week ago | [YT] | 12

Penny Modern

Want real hardwood but you've got pets or kids? Skip the glossy finish — it's the #1 reason hardwood floors look trashed within a couple years.

Go with a wire-brushed or hand-scraped finish instead (hickory, white oak, and Brazilian teak are the toughest species).

That texture already reads as lived-in, so new scratches blend into a natural patina instead of standing out.

I break down 4 more flooring regrets homeowners make — and exactly what to choose instead — in my latest video: https://youtu.be/jqjqEOjD-cU

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 4

Penny Modern

Ever wonder why hotel bathrooms always feel so much more luxurious than the ones at home?

It’s not just about the expensive tile! One of the easiest tricks I’ve 'stolen' from high-end hotels is the Tray Strategy.

Most of us have a cluttered countertop with toothpaste, soap, and random bottles.

This creates 'visual noise' that makes your bathroom feel smaller and cheaper. Hotels solve this by grouping items on a curated tray. This makes everything look like one intentional, organized unit rather than a mess.

I’m sharing 4 more simple (and affordable!) tricks just like this in my newest video:

5 Hotel Design Tricks to STEAL for your bathroom

Watch now: https://youtu.be/G_t_J6tcWoo

Which tip are you going to try first? Let me know in the comments! 👇

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

Penny Modern

OK, so my friend just got back from a trip to Japan, and my mind is officially BLOWN. 🤯

I thought our bathrooms were fine... until I heard about what they’re doing over in JAPAN. From self-cleaning tech to features that literally change your daily routine, it’s like living in the future.

I’m sharing the 7 most "pure genius" bathroom features common in Japan, that we desperately need in our homes. Which one of these would you install first? 🛁👇

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/MZPQINaW6T0

1 month ago | [YT] | 4

Penny Modern

Are Euro kitchens better than American ones? Find out in my latest video:
https://youtu.be/QuHFr88mf-A

Comment below your thoughts!

1 month ago | [YT] | 8

Penny Modern

Happy 4th of July! I’ve been cheering on the US Men’s National Soccer team the past few weeks during the World Cup!

I’m back home now and back to obsessing over interior design, but hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th!

Go USA!

1 month ago | [YT] | 9

Penny Modern

Sorry if I’ve been a little quiet, I’ve been at the World Cup! Who else has been watching the #worldcup2026?

2 months ago | [YT] | 16

Penny Modern

Checking out the new IKEA PS Collection! Who else loves IKEA?

2 months ago | [YT] | 7

Penny Modern

The people have spoken! This landscape art was the winner in my recent poll and will stay up on my wall of my bathroom makeover!

Thanks for voting and if you missed the video, watch it here: https://youtu.be/rSxz1ggI-90

2 months ago | [YT] | 11

Penny Modern

Is the kitchen pendant light officially DEAD? 💡🚫


Some designers say they’re just visual clutter that blocks your beautiful range hood, while others (and many of you!) still love them for that extra layer of style.



Are you Team Pendant or Team No-Pendant? 🏠



I’m breaking down this debate—and 4 other lighting mistakes that can make a kitchen look cheap—in my latest video!



Watch now: Avoid these 5 Kitchen Lighting Mistakes At ALL COSTS! https://youtu.be/uNswHR3q48Q



👇 Drop a comment:

Would you ditch your pendants for a cleaner view of your gorgeous range and custom hood?

2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 7