Penny Schilling Interiors

Penny Schilling Interiors Residential interior design studio based in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving the Twin Cities.

We design homes that reflect real life living, spaces that feel beautiful, practical, and connected to nature, creating calm, cohesive environments that support ever

04/09/2026

Most people start with what they like.
The real question is, how do you want your home to feel?

Warm?
Calm?
Light?
Comfortable?

That’s what good design is built on.

04/07/2026

While gathering inspiration for this mudroom, one thing stood out…this space has to work hard.

Mudrooms are one of the hardest working areas in a home. Shoes pile up, bags get dropped, and clutter builds fast. It’s not a design issue, it’s a function issue.

That’s where thoughtful design comes in.

When storage is intentional, when everything has a place, and when the layout supports how you actually live, the chaos disappears and the space starts working for you.

That’s the difference between inspiration and design that works.

04/03/2026

Yellow carries the energy of spring, light, warmth, and a sense of renewal

In a home, it can lift a space, soften it, or bring just the right amount of life

Like anything in design, it’s all about how it’s used

Would you bring yellow into your home?

04/01/2026

New look, same home.

It doesn’t take a full renovation to change how a space feels.

03/27/2026

Spent yesterday at the New Product Expo and honestly…this is the kind of day that fuels everything I do.

New materials, fresh ideas, and seeing what is coming next in the design world is always exciting, but the best part is connecting with other designers who just get it.

We talked trends, swapped ideas, and yes…probably fell in love with a few too many things.

This is how better spaces happen, staying curious, staying inspired, and always looking ahead.

And now my brain is full…in the best way.

03/26/2026

Your design style is already there.

It’s in what you wear, what you love, and the spaces you’re drawn to.

03/23/2026

New project underway 👏

We’re starting with layout, function, and how this space needs to work day to day.

More to come as it takes shape.

03/21/2026

Sometimes the best inspiration has nothing to do with fabric, finishes, or floor plans.

It is taking a moment to sit down with fellow designers, catch up, laugh a little too loud, and just enjoy the people who get it.

Because honestly, this work can be a lot, and those moments of connection are what make it all feel lighter.

A little laughter, a lot of good company, and suddenly the day feels better.

The sun showed up today and this room soaked it right in.Soft textures, quiet colors, and a palette inspired by the rive...
03/19/2026

The sun showed up today and this room soaked it right in.

Soft textures, quiet colors, and a palette inspired by the river just outside. Blues, warm neutrals, woven textures, and natural greenery working together to create a space that feels calm the moment you walk in.

This is what I think of as quiet river living.

Not loud design.
Not trendy design.

Just a room that feels grounded, comfortable, and easy to live in.

Beautiful. Practical. Connected.


03/16/2026

What inspires you?

When I travel I am always noticing the small design moments, textures, shapes, materials, and little details most people walk right past.

This trip I spotted a few things that made me pause. A bamboo framed artwork made from recycled glass that creates the look of a shimmering leaf, a sculptural cow lamp that felt playful and unexpected, and a simple wood wall niche that turned a small corner into a thoughtful design moment.

Good design ideas are everywhere if you slow down long enough to notice them.

Sometimes inspiration comes from a showroom.Sometimes it comes from a quiet corner on vacation.

What kinds of things inspire you?

03/14/2026

Lighting can completely change how a room feels.

Soft, organic shapes like these create a gentle glow that makes the space feel warm and inviting. Instead of one bold fixture, the cluster adds movement and softness overhead.

It draws your eye up while the textures below keep the room grounded.

The result is a space that feels comfortable, layered, and easy to settle into.

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Saint Paul, MN
55118

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Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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