Former Apple exec sells amazing 'smart home' for $35 million
Michael Barnick, a former Apple employee, began designing and building his dream home back in 2005. But by the time the building and finishing were completed, which happened a few weeks ago, he no longer needed this huge mansion of 930 square meters. m. After all, the children have already grown up, and such a house turned out to be too large for the "decreased" family. The mansion is located in Santa Barbara, California and costs $35 million. Oh yes, and one more thing - this is not just a beautiful building, but a “smart home”, with all the newfangled technological chips and bells and whistles.
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1. On a quiet street in Santa Barbara at 4305 Marina Drive, this miracle stands overlooking the Pacific Ocean. You will be amazed by the stunning landscaping and the huge swimming pool in front of the house.
2. It is light and cozy inside, and the windows offer a breathtaking view of the ocean.
3. The whole house is crammed with gadgets and other technical stuff. Lights, speakers, TVs, air conditioners, curtains, gas fireplaces, and even door locks can all be controlled via a tablet or smartphone.
4. The automatic features of the house are even more impressive. When the owner's car drives up to the mansion, the lights come on, the garage doors open by themselves, and a fountain turns on near the entrance.
5. In the kitchen - stainless steel appliances.
6. Everything is very neat, and thanks to the absence of bulky cabinets, the kitchen seems especially spacious.
7. All your guests can easily fit in the dining room, there is also a wall with an aquarium adjacent to the living room. The change of water in the aquarium also occurs automatically.
8. Two staircases lead to the second floor.
9. The master bedroom is very spacious and has an additional staircase leading to the observation deck on the third floor.
10. The balcony in the master bedroom offers stunning ocean views.
11. A large wardrobe exceeds all expectations - there is enough space to store even the most luxurious collection of clothes.
12. Other bedrooms are similar to the master, except for the presence of a balcony.
13. Each room has a cozy corner by the window and good natural light.
14. Even the bathrooms offer fantastic views.
15. There is also an aquarium in the study, which can be accessed through a 200-kilogram door that opens with one touch of the hand.
16. The balcony on the second floor overlooks the living room, on the ceiling of which hang custom-made chandeliers.
17. No expensive mansion is complete without a gym…
18. ... and saunas.
19. Outside, too, modern design: a crystal-clear pool and a minimalist seating area are just one detail of this picture-perfect picture.
20. The yard is truly huge.
21. Somewhere on the edge of the yard, a cozy corner with a fire awaits you.
22. The view of the aquarium in the living room can only be compared in beauty with this one.
23. But no smart home technology will overshadow the beauty and grandeur of California nature.