Westdale Theatre Restoration

Project Overview

 This interior renovation revitalized the historic Westdale Theatre, originally built in 1935, into a modern cultural hub for Hamilton. The project combined state-of-the-art upgrades with careful restoration of its Art Deco character, ensuring accessibility, comfort, and functionality for both film and live performances. 

  • Multi-storey interior renovation with minor exterior upgrades
  • New HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, barrier-free accessibility, restored façade and auditorium, upgraded concession and amenity spaces
  • Theatre Features: 340 new seats, expanded stage, digital projection and dual sound systems, restored Art Deco detailing, accessible washrooms, snack bar and lounge areas 
  • Community Impact: Re-established as a community-based cinematic, cultural, and economic hub for Westdale Village and the City of Hamilton 

Awards

City of Hamilton Urban Design & Architecture Award
Excellence for Private Buildings – Renovations 2019

Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Client: Westdale Cinema Group

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