From sourcing materials to matching the quality craftsmanship of the original work, maintaining a heritage building can be challenging. New Pacific Designs are experts with over 30 years of experience revitalizing the character of heritage buildings throughout Greater Victoria. If your property requires special care and attention, contact New Pacific Designs for a free estimate.
Types of Heritage Repairs and Maintenance We Offer
New Pacific Designs can source materials and undertake repairs of all features of historic buildings, including:
- Brickwork and stone masonry for fireplaces, chimneys, walls, and siding
- Exterior woodwork such as shingles, siding, decks, and fences
- Interior wood carving for ornate staircases, railings, paneling, soffits, trim, and molding
- Plumbing and Electrical upgrades without compromising the historical appearance
We Source Heritage Materials for You
New Pacific Designs takes pride in carefully matching new work to the original character of your home. We have an extensive network of suppliers who can provide materials to meet the needs of heritage buildings in Victoria, BC. Our contacts include artisans who can craft new fixtures and fittings to blend with the original workmanship in your home if necessary.
Heritage Grants for Victoria Houses
If you own a Heritage Designated house in Victoria, you can apply to the Victoria Heritage Foundation (VHF) for grant money to repair or maintain your property. For successful applicants, the VHF grant will cover up to 50% of the costs of a project.
The annual application deadline is March 31, but applications may also be considered in September if VHF has remaining funds. For more information and application details, please consult the House Grants page of the VHF website.
If you have any questions about restoring your heritage home, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Heritage Designation is regulated by the City of Victoria. For information about how to apply for a Heritage Designation, see the Heritage page of the city’s website.