Welcome to Mod Musings, a design studio by Matthew Encina.

Encore Keyboard

Encore is a 65% keyboard that celebrates classic design features explored through a juxtaposition of unique materials. Designed by Mod Musings, and produced by Mode Designs. Dropping in stock June 12, 2024.

X-Ray Keycaps

X-Ray is a keycap set that features a clear and white, low-contrast design, paying tribute to transparent tech peripherals. Inspired by these devices, these translucent keycaps highlight the internal structures and construction properties that define them.

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How to Design Your Own Keycap Set
How to Design Your Own Keycap Set
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Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Holiday gift guide presented by Mod Musings, curated by Matthew Encina. Find the right gift and exclusive deals for your home and office.

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Mod Musings Creative Studio Tour
Mod Musings Creative Studio Tour

After a year of design and building, the Mod Musings Studio is now complete. Take a tour of my creative zen workshop.

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My DIY Coffee Bar Setup
My DIY Coffee Bar Setup

Take a tour of my coffee bar. Learn how I built my DIY coffee cart and how I setup my equipment.

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How I Design Spaces and Use Shapr3d
How I Design Spaces and Use Shapr3d

Learn about my design process for creating functional, organized, and beautiful spaces.

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Mod Musings Studio Desk Setup – A Calm, Cozy, & Creative Place to Work.
Mod Musings Studio Desk Setup – A Calm, Cozy, & Creative Place to Work.

Mod Musings Studio Desk Setup. A calm, cozy, and creative place to work.

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Custom Mechanical Keyboard Collection
Custom Mechanical Keyboard Collection
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Productivity Tips to Balance Your Life
Productivity Tips to Balance Your Life

My favorite productivity tips, so you can work less, do more, and make time for the things that matter.

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Home Office Makeover
Home Office Makeover

Take a tour of my latest home office update for 2021.

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Modular Desk Setup
Modular Desk Setup

A modular DIY standing desk that transforms into a DJ booth, overhead shooting rig, and workstation.

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Special Projects

A collection of products and projects designed by Mod Musings and collaborators.

Resources

Video Production Template for Notion

The Video Production template is designed for creators who produce long-form content on YouTube and need a comprehensive workflow to develop ideas, plan their production, and track and organize projects.

How to Build a Custom Mechanical Keyboard

If you want to buy and build a custom mechanical keyboard but don’t know where to start, we’ve put together a guide to help you with your first build.

We can all lead fulfilling lives if we keep things simple and focused. I've designed my life and environment to reflect that, and it is the focus of the content I share with others.

– Matthew Encina, Founder of Mod Musings, Inc.

By Design – Not Default