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Laurel Packinghouse Restoration
 The City of Kelowna took steps to conserve the oldest and largest packinghouse in British Columbia in December 2009.
The Government of Canada committed funding of $1.1-million under the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund .
The 90 year old building is a nationally-designated heritage landmark and is home to the BC Orchard Industry Museum and BC Wine Museum.
Project details:
Interior
- Partial removal of the second floor offices which were added into the original attic storage space in 1983
- Structural restoration of the main floor
- The relocation of the space for the BC Wine Museum and BC Orchard Museum
- Miscellaneous mechanical, electrical, plumbing and civil work
External
- Structural repair of the brick walls and timber roof framing including the restoration of the original roof configuration
- Replacement of external appurtenances such as loading docks, rail line and a heritage box car
- South facing windows will be replaced with doors
- The wheelchair ramp will be moved to the western side yard frontage;
- Replacement of the xeroscape garden with a “heritage” garden and plaza area
Background
A structural review (2008) identified that repairs are needed to ensure that the building responds predictably in extreme winds, heavy snowfall, or the rare occurrence of an earthquake. In addition, the mechanical, electrical and sprinkler systems are nearing the end of their service life. The building also needs upgrades to meet current codes for accessibility. Upgrades will ensure the long term safety of the building and the restoration of this Kelowna landmark to its original external appearance.
Learn more about how this historic building was restored.
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