Langham Theater Commercial Painting Projects
Langham Theatre: Painting in the Heart of Victoria, BC, a Historical Transformation
The colorful dynamism in the Langham Theatre, set amidst a lifetime of both viewer and performer in Victoria, BC, has been long-lived. For nearly a century, generations have come to the heritage venue for countless performances, building a sense of community and creativeness among regional theatre enthusiasts. As Parkside Painting took on the initiative of transforming Langham Theatre, we knew very well that this project needed something more than just a fresh coat of paint; it had to be trenched deep with respect for the history, purpose, and aesthetic character of this theatre. With an approach cemented in both precision and passion, we set out to honor the legacy of Langham while enhancing its presence for future generations to come.
Before Photos






A Brief History of Langham Theatre
The Langham Theatre has been one of the staple aspects of Victoria’s culture. Opening its doors early in the 20th century, this theatre has played host to a wide array of plays and musicals, whether those developed locally or from visiting shows to other cultural events. Over the years, it has grown into an organization close to many hearts here in Victoria, not only for its residents but also for the performers that come to town. The architecture is historic, with a lot of the original design features in Langham Theatre intact to preserve the timeless character of the building. Many renovations over the years kept the building charming and full of character, but just like any other space that was intended for public use or otherwise, it took constant grooming to make the place as splendidly beautiful and useful. Our restoration of the Langham Theatre, therefore, had much more to do with aesthetics than other elements; it was a matter of breathing life into an historic building that has long served as a cultural anchor in Victoria.
The challenge was to preserve the heritage essence and future needs of the theatre alike. More than just painting, we need to fathom its character and the stories that were encased in every wall, arch, and trim. We combined careful preparation with quality materials to create a look both fresh and timeless, allowing the theatre to continue enchanting audiences for years to come.
Prep Work






Art and Precision in Restoration
Among the biggest challenges when working on a historic site such as the Langham Theatre is pulling off the task of maintaining the original design while giving it the much-needed updates. Unique architectural features of the theatre resulted in many detailed areas of concentration, specifically around decorative moldings, lofty elevations, and intricate trim work. We began by conducting a full condition assessment of the theatre. This included the identification of areas of wear, noting specific architectural features, and understanding any structural elements that required special care. We then prepared the surfaces with great care because proper preparation remains one of the most important elements in producing a high-quality, enduring finish. This stage involved gentle washing, hand cleaning, scraping and sanding. We also used premium wood filler to fill any holes as well as the use of top quality elastomeric caulking to seal joints and finally oil based primer on all relevant surfaces to make sure the paint would adhere for maximum durability and last for years to come.
Unveiling the Correct Palette
Choosing the right colors was an integral part of the transformation process. The Langham Theatre team personally selected a palette that would feature the historic features of the theatre and provide a touch of modernity, which could appeal to modern audiences. The team drew inspiration from the older heritage homes and used classic color schemes to devise a traditional meld of elegance. This was a deliberate strategy to play off the historic feel of the theater against a modern, inviting atmosphere. The eventual decision was to go with rich, deep tones across the main surfaces, subtly contrasting shades for trims and accents.
Demonstrating the Transformation
We documented every step of the process-from initial prep work through to that final brush stroke. We filmed the finished product to give future patrons, supporters, and theatre historians an insider’s view of the care and craftsmanship that went into revitalizing the Langham Theatre. We have also preserved high-resolution photographs in a before-and-after series that reflects the dramatic impact this restoration had. These pictures show not only the change in aesthetic appearance but also the artisan-skilled precision at every step of the process. In sharing them, we refer to the idea of making any conveyance of commitment and concern for the service given, which attests to spaces being preserved like the one housing the Langham Theatre.
Results – The Final Product
After weeks of hard work, we are delighted to bring back into life the Langham Theatre. Our finished project stands as a testimony to good craftsmanship, respect for historical spaces from ornate foyer to the playing hall itself, every minor detail speaks to the glory and warmth that a place of artistic expression and collective gathering needs. So far, it has been received pretty well by the theatre fraternity and audiences.
Finished New Look Langham Theatre








Collaboration with Langham Theatre
Parkside Painting is proud to have been associated with Langham Theatre. Our work on this project continues to deepen our commitment to the preservation of historical landmarks within the region, as well as to continually serve the active cultural community of Victoria. By restoring the Langham Theatre, we are grateful to have been in such a position to give back to the community in such a way for generations to come and enjoy.
Future projects are always a cause of eagerness for us, allowing us to bring out the best in contemporary and historic spaces with an imaginative blend of artistry and technical expertise. Langham Theatre will continue to delight Victorians for generations to come, and we are proud to have played our part in its story.
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Customer Testimonials
Erica Chan2024-09-26 Great communication, engaged, caring and supportive customer service, really great experience with parkside. Would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a good home painting experience in Victoria. morley cooper2024-09-22 Excellent job. Efficient and friendly to deal with. Good quality work. Would use again. Harald Krebs2024-09-17 Parkside Painting just completed a repaint of our stucco and trim. The prep, including scraping of stucco and wood, was thorough, and the finished paint job looks beautiful. Areas that had looked a bit shabby are now gleaming with new life! We are very happy with the result. Dan, our painter, was meticulous, hard-working and quick, plus being a nice person, whom we were happy to have at our place. Other staff members with whom we had contact (Mike, the manager, whom we saw in person several times; and Sunny, who sent well-written daily updates with photos) were also a pleasure to deal with--always friendly and professional. We warmly recommend Parkside Painting! marnie bradfield2024-08-21 Our highest praise for Parkside Painting. We’ve had two contracts in the last couple of years. This company is professional and delivers excellent service and product . From the initial quote, daily progress reports to the final “walk through” we could not be more satisfied. This last job required repair and restoration and Dan, a painter/artisan was able to resolve issues that went well beyond the original contract. I so appreciated. Parkside’s /Mike’s/Dan’s ability to reschedule our job as I had given them dates that ultimately did not work well for me..in terms of overseas guests. What a relief to have professional assistance with competence and consideration. We would highly recommend this company for your next painting project. You will not be disappointed! Kent Green2024-06-19 We had Parkside Painting prep and paint all the window and door trim, soffits and some siding on our 1933 home, and they did a great job. As an architect, I have a list of good contractors in town and I know other good painters, but we were in a hurry to get started and those others were many months or even next year away, so we listened to Mike from Parkside who carefully measured up the scope of the work. 1. He gave us a price with various qualities of materials from good to excellent for us to choose from, within 24 hours. 2. They shuffled there schedule and crew to start that week. 3. The crew was courteous, professional and personable - no foul language, no getto blasters blazing. 4. They kept us informed of there timing and process, and we recieved written progress reports daily. 5. The prep work was thorough, and any anomalies were brought to our attention with proposals for solutions for our consideration. 6. The work was efficiently organized to account for the weather forecast. 7. The minor changes to the work were fairly accounted for and easy to arrange. 8. The job was finished a half a day early, and we are very happy with the result. 9 The 4 day stay in a resort offer is a bit gimmicky. I doubt it will turn out to be a BIG 6 Motel along side a freeway, but even if that turns out to be so, for the reasonable price for an excellent experience and paint job, I would hire Parkside again. francie howard2024-06-19 Quick, efficient, seems knowlegeable, but not cheap Tiffany G-S2024-06-18 We recently engaged Parkside Painting to paint several areas (both interior and exterior) of our heritage house and Dan did a fantastic job. In addition to painting, they installed a backsplash in our bathroom and a concrete door sill at our basement door. Throughout the entire job they were professional, prompt, courteous, had clear communication, and executed high-quality work. Parkside delivered on what they said they’d do at the price we were quoted. We appreciated the daily updates. Would definitely recommend. Thanks to Mike, Sunny and team!! Jane Moran2024-06-14 Good communicators before during and after the job. Performed the work as promised on time and budget. Kept work area very clean. Would highly recommend. Mike Woods2024-05-29 We recently had our house painted by Parkside and could not be more pleased with the service from the prompt estimate with choices to the care and attention to colour selection. Nick was a pleasure through the painting process, helpful and skillful. We enjoyed the nightly text updates with pictures and the high level of service at all times. We are very pleased with the outcome Jayden Zhu2024-05-25 Mike and the Parkside Painting crew did an incredible job to paint external of my house. Highly recommend them. Thanks Parkside!!!
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