until recently, we have always had to think about everything we want our house to do. if we have wanted it to be warmer or cooler,lighter on of off. however,for some families already living in ways.' intelligent' houses,daily life has changed in many way. they don't worry about turning off the light or locking the door before they go out.the house does all this for them.families in 'intelligent' houses don't have to do as much work to keep their home clean and comfortable - and hi-tech kitchen means it isn't difficult to prepare family meal