HOCH Home Furnishings
Who We Are Today
HOCH Home Furnishings is a family-owned furniture, mattress and appliance store in downtown Cranbrook, British Columbia. Owned today by Joey and Christine Hoechsmann and now in its third generation, HOCH has served the Kootenays for more than 45 years. The name comes from our family — Hoechsmann — carrying forward the legacy Fred and Gloria began in 1977.
How We Got Here · 1977 to Today
Founding Years
North Star Waterbeds begins in Kimberley; family buys "The Bedroom" in Cranbrook.
Growth & Resilience
Through fire and expansion, the store becomes a Cranbrook retail anchor.
Second Generation
Joey & Christine return; ownership transfers to them in 2011.
Renovation Era
New entrance, heritage basement showroom and a consolidated warehouse.
Bedroom Galleries → Hush
After 40+ years, the store rebrands as Hush Home Furnishings.
Façade Rebrand
Four buildings unified under one refreshed downtown storefront.
Hush → HOCH
The family name goes over the door. Same store, new name.
The Road Ahead
A new appliance gallery planned for 2026 — our largest renovation yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is HOCH Home Furnishings located?
HOCH Home Furnishings is located in downtown Cranbrook, British Columbia, serving Cranbrook, Kimberley, and the broader Kootenay region.
Was HOCH Home Furnishings previously known by another name?
Yes. Formerly known as Hush Home Furnishings (and prior to that, Bedroom Galleries), the store rebranded to HOCH Home Furnishings on October 1, 2026. The ownership, family, and location remain exactly the same.
What products does HOCH Home Furnishings sell?
We offer a full selection of home furniture, mattresses, and home appliances, supported by our flexible HOCH Card financing options.
Who owns HOCH Home Furnishings?
HOCH Home Furnishings is owned and operated by Joey and Christine Hoechsmann, representing the third generation of Hoechsmann family ownership since 1977.