8 gorgeous homes that use smart tech

From energy-efficient solar panels to iPad-controlled security systems, these properties are as gadget-friendly as they come.

1. An energy efficient mansion

Address: California

Price: $20.75 million



The 19,346-square-foot house has nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, and more than 80 solar panels to power the home.

2. Comes with a high-tech automation system

Address: Arizona

Price: $6.75 million



Amenities include a top-notch security system, pre-wired surround sound, and a 10-car garage with its own temperature control.

3. iPad controlled home

Address: Connecticut

Price: $4.75 million



This home’s lighting and sound systems are controlled by iPads.

Everything can be set up through a single iPad app called Savant.


4. Tech-party house

Address: New Jersey

Price: $3 million



All the technology you need to throw an awesome party — a 42-seat bar, DJ booth, 12-person movie theatre, tunnelled wine cellar, and a high-level security and automation system.

5. Vineyard estate meets smart home

Address: California

Price: $25.9 million



The Villa Sorriso, which once belonged to Robin Williams, has its own home automation system.

6. One high-tech pool

Address: California

Price: $35 million



The pool features lights that change colours and an underwater sound system.

7. Smart house of glass

Address: California

Price: $25.5 million



The house is equipped with a Crestron home automation system. Walls of glass open up to take advantage of the view.

8. House of screens

Address: California

Price: $12.5 million



You can control climate and lighting from screens mounted around this house. There’s also a complex vanishing door system and a circular pneumatic elevator.