Smart House

From Swikipedia

Introduction

A smart house consists of programmable electronic controls and sensors that can regulate heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, appliance and equipment operation in an energy conserving and climatically responsive manner.

Brief Description

A smart home appears "intelligent" because its computer systems can monitor so many aspects of daily living. Today's smart houses include programmable appliances, light fixtures and security systems that can call the police for the homeowner. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms can not only notify a homeowner of a fire or gas leak, but can pinpoint the source as well. Voice-recognition software even allows a homeowner to control the entire house with verbal commands.

However, smart home technology is real, and it's becoming increasingly sophisticated and popular. Coded signals are sent through the home's wiring to switches and outlets that are programmed to operate appliances and electronic devices in every part of the house. Home automation can be especially useful for elderly and disabled persons who wish to live independently.

Combining sustainable aspects of constructing a house along with the smart home technology will be the future of housing industry. The houses will not only be green, but also further reduce carbon emissions through effective use of appropriate smart home technology devices.

References:

http://www.greenbuildingcookbook.info/Glossary.html

http://www.ehow.com/about_5032033_found-smart-house.html

http://architecture.about.com/od/buildyourhous1/g/smarthouse.htm