In our society, the kitchen is the undisputed hub of the modern home.  It is the center for socializing with family and friends, the place we eat most of our meals, the center of infotainment and communications.  In many instances, it doubles as the home office.  We all know where guests tend to congregate during a party.  

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Everybody loves a cozy master bathroom.  Many people have an attachment to this room more than any other- although a kitchen is a close second.  In this highly personal space, we get ready to go out or to work.  We relax in the shower or tub.  We've heard that some people even get reading done in there (wink wink).  Your bathroom is your place.

While not 'tech' related, it's important for new home construction to be aware of a new law passed by the PA state legislature that requires fire sprinklers in new homes:

Sonos is a fantastic music system. See why.

Electronichouse.com has an interesting slideshow on do-it-yourself (DIY) installs that wouldn't make MacGyver proud.  They feature clothesline TV mounts, pencil-controlled channel changing remote and Lego block TV stands to name a few.  Creative?  Yes.  Bad?  Yes.  Recommended?  No.

A new company iDocx is announcing very nice in-wall docks and faceplates for iPads and iPod Touches.   Check them out they may just work for your install.

What is the point?

In a July/August 2010 article in Dwell magazine, it was reported that the production of most electricity is on average 35% efficient- in other words 65% is lost during production.  Then another 4% is lost during transmission of the electricity to the power grid.  Then another 6% is lost within the power grid before the electricity actually gets to your house.