Industrial film. "A step by step look at all aspects of the construction of a preserved wood foundation for the basement of a single family home. Detailed coverage from excavation of the site to the finished lower living level area in the completed home." (COFI catalogue description)

The item consists of unedited film footage from around 1946. It shows BC Electric buses en route throughout North Vancouver, land clearing and house construction in the Capilano Highlands subdivision, streetcars meeting the ferry from Vancouver and at the North Vancouver car barn and miscellaneous shots.

The item is a promotional film on colour print, made in the mid 1950s. It shows the planning, design, construction and features of a BCE "Ease-of-Living" modern home, equipped with up-to-date electrical appliances. Footage of special interest includes a view from a car crossing Lion's Gate Bridge and views of the British Properties.

Promotional film. "Explains the platform frame method of construction by following a house building project from start to finish. International examples are used to demonstrate the versatility of this building system." (COFI catalogue description)

Out-takes. Step-by-step depiction of methods used in North America's most popular system of house construction, including site clearing, framing, wiring, drywalling, hanging windows, etc. Of particular interest to builders, building inspectors and students in the building trades.