Welcome To BEAUX Home & Design: Our First Blog Post
- hollybidlake
- 21 hours ago
- 3 min read
The first time we stepped into our own home, we didn’t notice the scratches on the floor or the ceilings that needed work. We noticed the way the light fell across the room. We pictured our kids racing through the halls. We felt how it instantly felt right. That is the power of design. Not perfection, but belonging.
We’ve spent a lot of time behind the scenes, crafting and building spaces we’re proud of. And we’ve been dreaming of sharing the why and how behind what we do. So we’re so glad you’re here. This blog is not just about pretty pictures (though there will be plenty). It’s about what inspires us at BEAUX: natural materials, the Okanagan landscape we call home, and how thoughtful design can make a space meaningful, not just beautiful.
Why Meaning Matters
A meaningful home does more than look good. It wraps around you. It calms you after a long day, connects you with the people you love, and reflects the life you’re living.
For us, meaningful design means:
Calm:Â Soft light, earthy colours, natural textures that ground you and make you exhale the second you walk in
Connection:Â Layouts that bring people closer instead of apart. A kitchen island where friends linger. A living room designed for leaning in
Personality: Handmade tiles, a rug from your travels, a chair found in a tucked-away market. These aren’t just objects. They’re stories
Materials That Tell a Story
We love materials that feel real and age with you. Like timeless hardwood floors sourced through Timeless here in the Okanagan. Rustic stone from local quarries. Handmade tiles from artists like Tiles of Ezra, Zia Tile, and Clé Tile. Each one with its own texture and imperfect beauty.
Our favourite touch? Handmade lime wash plaster finishes, sometimes tinted with natural pigments and crushed wine leaves from Okanagan vineyards. These walls move with the light. They hold soul. They whisper story.
These aren’t just trend choices. They’re about creating layers of memory. Surfaces that grow more beautiful with time. Materials that connect you to place and meaning.
Inspired By The Okanagan
The Okanagan isn’t just our backdrop. It’s our palette and our teacher. Sagebrush-covered hills. Clay-rich soil. The way the light hits the lake at dusk. Wildflowers. Cotton candy skies in every colour.
These tones and textures influence everything we do. Sage greens. Clay-based finishes. Wood that softens with age. Stone that anchors a room.
When you walk into a BEAUX home, we want it to feel like standing barefoot in the grass as the sky turns gold.
Designing For Real Life
Life is beautiful. It’s also messy. We design homes that make room for both.
We’ve got two boys, so we get it. Mudrooms that actually handle mud and backpacks. Garages that moonlight as jam spaces. Kitchen counters that survive pancake mornings, wine spills, art projects, and dance parties.
And then there are the quiet nights. The ones where the wood stove glows, candles flicker, and kids pile onto the couch under blankets. These are the moments design should hold.
More Than A Look, A Feeling
Design is not just what you see. It’s what you feel when you walk in. Calm. Connection. Memory. Belonging. Personality.
That’s what we aim to do at BEAUX. Create homes that are not just photo-perfect, but life-perfect. Homes shaped by the landscape, by love, and by the story you’re still writing.
Starting this blog was a little nerve-wracking but mostly exciting. We’re so happy to be here.
Pinterest-Friendly Highlight
Designing a home inspired by the Okanagan means warm textures, soft neutral palettes, and sunset-inspired tones. Think sage green, soft clay, and linen punctuated with blush and gold like the valley sky at dusk.
Pin this for inspiration when you want a space that feels calm, grounded, and connected to the land.
Ready To Start Your Own Project?
Your home should feel like you. If you’re ready to start something new like a project, a renovation, or just a spark of an idea, we’d love to hear your story.
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