Smart Home Installation slideshow

  • Welcome to the Smart Home: Green + WIRED.
    Welcome to the Smart Home: Green + WIRED.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • Designed by Michelle Kaufmann, the house is installed on the grounds of the Museum of Science & Industry in Chicago.
    Designed by Michelle Kaufmann, the house is installed on the grounds of the Museum of Science & Industry in Chicago.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • Prefabricated, Smart Home modules arrived on a truck from the All American Factory on March 5.
    Prefabricated, Smart Home modules arrived on a truck from the All American Factory on March 5.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • The house consists of seven modules.
    The house consists of seven modules.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • It took only one day to set the house.
    It took only one day to set the house.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • Big cranes lift the modules into place.
    Big cranes lift the modules into place.
    ©JB Spector, MSI

  • ©JB Spector, MSI

  • ©JB Spector, MSI
  • Michelle believes that insulation may be the most important factor in a healthy environment, not only providing energy efficiency but improving air quality.
    Michelle believes that insulation may be the most important factor in a healthy environment, not only providing energy efficiency but improving air quality.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • After the house is set, the next two months are spent finishing it off.
    After the house is set, the next two months are spent finishing it off.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • Finishing includes electrical work as well as installing the bamboo flooring, all appliances, staircases, etc.
    Finishing includes electrical work as well as installing the bamboo flooring, all appliances, staircases, etc.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • The landscaping is part of the finishing touches.
    The landscaping is part of the finishing touches.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • On Earth Day, master gardners planted the Growing Connection EarthBoxes, a highly water-efficient, high yield container vegetable gardening system.
    On Earth Day, master gardners planted the Growing Connection EarthBoxes, a highly water-efficient, high yield container vegetable gardening system.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • Smart Home interiors were done by Verde Design Studios, whose mission is style, comfort, and ecologically responsible design.
    Smart Home interiors were done by Verde Design Studios, whose mission is style, comfort, and ecologically responsible design.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • Exciting green furnishings will include the Bone Lamp from Materious: made from scrap PVC pipes salvaged from a construction site.
    Exciting green furnishings will include the Bone Lamp from Materious: made from scrap PVC pipes salvaged from a construction site.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
  • WIRED served as the technology advisor selecting automation and monitoring systems as well as high-tech gadgets that make life easier, energy efficient and fun.
    WIRED served as the technology advisor selecting automation and monitoring systems as well as high-tech gadgets that make life easier, energy efficient and fun.
    ©blog.michellekaufmann.com
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The WIRED LivingHome slideshow

  • Welcome to the WiRED LivingHome, designed by Ray Kappe and featuring the best in technology, sustainability and design---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Welcome to the WiRED LivingHome, designed by Ray Kappe and featuring the best in technology, sustainability and design
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • View of house from the backyard shows the open floor plan and focus on integrated indoor/outdoor space.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    View of house from the backyard shows the open floor plan and focus on integrated indoor/outdoor space.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • View of the Living Room highlights a warm, modern, green interior by LA's Lucas Studio, Inc.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    View of the Living Room highlights a warm, modern, green interior by LA's Lucas Studio, Inc.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Panasonic Iris Scanner at front door provides high-security, keyless entry---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Panasonic Iris Scanner at front door provides high-security, keyless entry
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Breathtaking entryway featuring steel stairs, durapalm floors and SunPower solar panel, also found on the roof.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Breathtaking entryway featuring steel stairs, durapalm floors and SunPower solar panel, also found on the roof.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Dining Room took the "reuse" path to green with vintage table and chairs reupholstered in 100% eco-intelligent polyester.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Dining Room took the "reuse" path to green with vintage table and chairs reupholstered in 100% eco-intelligent polyester.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Kitchen features energy-efficient Siemen appliances and Valcucine millwork that combines green production techiques with ergonomic design.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Kitchen features energy-efficient Siemen appliances and Valcucine millwork that combines green production techiques with ergonomic design.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Valcucine cabinetry, HP Touchsmart computer, and Siemens appliances including multimedia hood---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Valcucine cabinetry, HP Touchsmart computer, and Siemens appliances including multimedia hood
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Breakfast nook with Branch Home Cain Collection Red chairs ---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Breakfast nook with Branch Home Cain Collection Red chairs
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • TOTO Ryohan™ EcoPower® sensor faucet brings zen-like accents merged with modern technology to the Powder Room.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    TOTO Ryohan™ EcoPower® sensor faucet brings zen-like accents merged with modern technology to the Powder Room.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • TOTO dual flush toilet conserves water by allowing you to choose only the amount of water needed for the job. The TOTO Washlet® S300 brings the remote control to the bathroom.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    TOTO dual flush toilet conserves water by allowing you to choose only the amount of water needed for the job. The TOTO Washlet® S300 brings the remote control to the bathroom.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Living Room features Rudolph Schindler Daybed and 100% bamboo fabric on two Viesso custom chairs.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Living Room features Rudolph Schindler Daybed and 100% bamboo fabric on two Viesso custom chairs.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Media Room with Viesso sectional and Burton Machen Photos---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Media Room with Viesso sectional and Burton Machen Photos
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • 60" Pioneer highlights Control4's home automation interface where you can control light, sound, climate and security from the couch.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    60" Pioneer highlights Control4's home automation interface where you can control light, sound, climate and security from the couch.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Master Bedroom showcases a reclaimed Peroba wood and responsibly harvested mahongany platform bed and organic bedding from Matteo.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Master Bedroom showcases a reclaimed Peroba wood and responsibly harvested mahongany platform bed and organic bedding from Matteo.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Moxi Multi-Room HD DMR interface on the 42" Pioneer Elite KURO flat panel in the Master Bedroom.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Moxi Multi-Room HD DMR interface on the 42" Pioneer Elite KURO flat panel in the Master Bedroom.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • The Master Closet featured shoes, outerwear and soft goods from Cole Haan as well as haute couture green fashion from local LA designer Linda Loudermilk The Millwork is bamboo.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    The Master Closet featured shoes, outerwear and soft goods from Cole Haan as well as haute couture green fashion from local LA designer Linda Loudermilk The Millwork is bamboo.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Closet's bamboo millwork & Cole Haan shoes---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Closet's bamboo millwork & Cole Haan shoes
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Master Bath with TOTO fixtures set in beautiful Heath ceramic tile.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Master Bath with TOTO fixtures set in beautiful Heath ceramic tile.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Extraordinary Heath ceramic tile that stands out for the handcrafted feel of its glazes in contrast to crisp modern lines of its shapes.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Extraordinary Heath ceramic tile that stands out for the handcrafted feel of its glazes in contrast to crisp modern lines of its shapes.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Cookie Magazine presents a green Kid's Room featuring eco-wallpaper, low VOC paint, and multi-purpose furniture that grows with your child.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Cookie Magazine presents a green Kid's Room featuring eco-wallpaper, low VOC paint, and multi-purpose furniture that grows with your child.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Kid's Room keeps everything neat and tidy in Stokke Keep Bench and baskets.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Kid's Room keeps everything neat and tidy in Stokke Keep Bench and baskets.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Guest Room's bed is wrapped in flat woven palm rope and the wallpaper is made of linen.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Guest Room's bed is wrapped in flat woven palm rope and the wallpaper is made of linen.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Guest Room highlights decorative UAV and vintage Danish rosewood & Lucite wall units holds the must read books on technology and green.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Guest Room highlights decorative UAV and vintage Danish rosewood & Lucite wall units holds the must read books on technology and green.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Laundry Room's energy efficient Bosch washer and dryer not only save energy but prolong the life of your clothes.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Laundry Room's energy efficient Bosch washer and dryer not only save energy but prolong the life of your clothes.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • The Lucid Energy Dashboard on HP Touchsmart is a real-time feedback system for tracking home energy consumption.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    The Lucid Energy Dashboard on HP Touchsmart is a real-time feedback system for tracking home energy consumption.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Home Office features two 22" Samsung monitors for serious multi-tasking. The Haworth Zody Chair materials contain up to 50% recycled content and assembly is offset with wind-energy certificates.---Photography by Gregg Segal
    Home Office features two 22" Samsung monitors for serious multi-tasking. The Haworth Zody Chair materials contain up to 50% recycled content and assembly is offset with wind-energy certificates.
    Photography by Gregg Segal
  • Collaborative corner featuring SUMO Lounge for brainstorming and eBeam Complete, turning a projected image into an interactive touch-screen.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Collaborative corner featuring SUMO Lounge for brainstorming and eBeam Complete, turning a projected image into an interactive touch-screen.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • The 3D Printer from Desktop Factory allows you to download the three-dimensional plans for a toy - or anything else - and print out not a picture, but the toy itself.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    The 3D Printer from Desktop Factory allows you to download the three-dimensional plans for a toy - or anything else - and print out not a picture, but the toy itself.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
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Hammer Conversation with
Ray Kappe & Shigeru Ban slideshow

  • On October 18, WIRED hosted a tribute to Ray Kappe's 80th year at the Hammer Museum. A conversation between Kappe and his former student, Shigeru Ban, the event drew out the architectural elite in LA.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    On October 18, WIRED hosted a tribute to Ray Kappe's 80th year at the Hammer Museum. A conversation between Kappe and his former student, Shigeru Ban, the event drew out the architectural elite in LA.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Ray Kappe and Shigeru Ban talked about their influence on each other and what "green" or "sustainable" architecture really means.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Ray Kappe and Shigeru Ban talked about their influence on each other and what "green" or "sustainable" architecture really means.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Audience gathers at the Hammer Musuem's Billy Wilder Theater---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Audience gathers at the Hammer Musuem's Billy Wilder Theater
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Over 800 audience members paid tribute to Ray Kappe with standing-room-only in two theaters---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Over 800 audience members paid tribute to Ray Kappe with standing-room-only in two theaters
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • KCRW's Frances Anderton, host of DnA, moderated---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    KCRW's Frances Anderton, host of DnA, moderated
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • WIRED LivingHome architect, Ray Kappe---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    WIRED LivingHome architect, Ray Kappe
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Japanese architect, Shigeru Ban---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Japanese architect, Shigeru Ban
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Michael Rotondi, co-creator of SCIArch gave one of three personal tributes to Ray Kappe---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Michael Rotondi, co-creator of SCIArch gave one of three personal tributes to Ray Kappe
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • LivingHome CEO Steve Glenn speaks about his work with Ray Kappe on the WIRED LivingHome---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    LivingHome CEO Steve Glenn speaks about his work with Ray Kappe on the WIRED LivingHome
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Pritzker Prize winner Thom Mayne hugs Ray after his tribute to Ray's influence and impact.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Pritzker Prize winner Thom Mayne hugs Ray after his tribute to Ray's influence and impact.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Shelly Kappe, Ray's wife, and Moderator Frances Anderton catch-up following the event.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Shelly Kappe, Ray's wife, and Moderator Frances Anderton catch-up following the event.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Steve Glenn pitches BMW for his new Hydrogen7---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Steve Glenn pitches BMW for his new Hydrogen7
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
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Housewarming Event slideshow

  • BMW Hydrogen 7 awaits guests to shuttle them to the Housewarming party.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    BMW Hydrogen 7 awaits guests to shuttle them to the Housewarming party.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Guests shuttled in BMW Hydrogen7's---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Guests shuttled in BMW Hydrogen7's
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Ray Kappe, the Home architect, enjoys the opening.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Ray Kappe, the Home architect, enjoys the opening.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Eco-tinis featuring our Official Spirit: 360 Vodka ---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Eco-tinis featuring our Official Spirit: 360 Vodka
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • KCRW's Garth Trinidad spins---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    KCRW's Garth Trinidad spins
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Kimberly Brooks artist and technologist and Steve Glenn, CEO of LivingHomes---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Kimberly Brooks artist and technologist and Steve Glenn, CEO of LivingHomes
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Clean Tech Venture Capitalist Vinod Khosla spoke to an exclusive group prior to the party.
    Clean Tech Venture Capitalist Vinod Khosla spoke to an exclusive group prior to the party.
  • Interior Decorators Joe Lucas & Parrish Chilcoat of Lucas Studio, Inc.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Interior Decorators Joe Lucas & Parrish Chilcoat of Lucas Studio, Inc.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Over 400 of LA's green and architectural elite celebrated the Home's opening.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Over 400 of LA's green and architectural elite celebrated the Home's opening.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Over 400 of LA's green and architectural elite celebrated the Home's opening.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Over 400 of LA's green and architectural elite celebrated the Home's opening.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • KCRW's Frances Anderton and daughter, Summer---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    KCRW's Frances Anderton and daughter, Summer
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Conde Nast's Janet Suber and WIRED Publisher, Jay Lauf---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Conde Nast's Janet Suber and WIRED Publisher, Jay Lauf
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Green morsels from Food, Inc.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Green morsels from Food, Inc.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Cole Haan market gift-bags filled with the latest in green goods: waterless carwash, compostable hangers, earth friendly cleaning supplies---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    Cole Haan market gift-bags filled with the latest in green goods: waterless carwash, compostable hangers, earth friendly cleaning supplies
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
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Private Events slideshow

  • Private Dinner Entourage's Adrian Grenier and co-founder of green life Peter Glatzer host a private dinner at the WIRED LivingHome.---Photograpy by Myra Vides
    Private Dinner Entourage's Adrian Grenier and co-founder of green life Peter Glatzer host a private dinner at the WIRED LivingHome.
    Photograpy by Myra Vides
  • Private Dinner Hosts Adrian Grenier and Peter Glatzer welcome guests Jim Ryan, Andreas Klugescheid and Nadine Jambor of BMW of North America.---Photograpy by Myra Vides
    Private Dinner Hosts Adrian Grenier and Peter Glatzer welcome guests Jim Ryan, Andreas Klugescheid and Nadine Jambor of BMW of North America.
    Photograpy by Myra Vides
  • Private Dinner Steve Glenn, CEO of LivingHomes talks with John Picard, one of the preeminent environmental consultants in North America and CAA's in-house sustainability expert.---Photograpy by Myra Vides
    Private Dinner Steve Glenn, CEO of LivingHomes talks with John Picard, one of the preeminent environmental consultants in North America and CAA's in-house sustainability expert.
    Photograpy by Myra Vides
  • 360 Vodka offered a delicious green spirit at all special events held at the Home.---©MarlaAufmuth.com
    360 Vodka offered a delicious green spirit at all special events held at the Home.
    ©MarlaAufmuth.com
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Ann Gentry (Real Food Daily)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Ann Gentry (Real Food Daily)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Gunther Lie (METHOD)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Gunther Lie (METHOD)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Andy Lipkis (TreePeople)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Andy Lipkis (TreePeople)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
  • Greenopia Event Kathleen & Chuck Rogers with Gay Browne, Founder of Greenopia (center)---Photography by Jennifer Roberts
    Greenopia Event Kathleen & Chuck Rogers with Gay Browne, Founder of Greenopia (center)
    Photography by Jennifer Roberts
  • Greenopia Event Ferris Kawar VP of Sustainability, Debbi Mae West, David Blaser, Stacy Kawar---Photography by Jennifer Roberts
    Greenopia Event Ferris Kawar VP of Sustainability, Debbi Mae West, David Blaser, Stacy Kawar
    Photography by Jennifer Roberts
  • Greenopia Event Green Girl LA & Tree People Founder Andy Lipkis---Photography by Jennifer Roberts
    Greenopia Event Green Girl LA & Tree People Founder Andy Lipkis
    Photography by Jennifer Roberts
  • Greenopia Event Sarah Laimon Founder of Green Ambassadors & Greenopia guests---Photography by Jennifer Roberts
    Greenopia Event Sarah Laimon Founder of Green Ambassadors & Greenopia guests
    Photography by Jennifer Roberts
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" BrainStorming: (l to r) - CK Lin (UCSB), Josh Dorfman (Lazy Environmentalist) Kimberly Brooks (Lightray), Sam LaBudde (Biologist), Graham Hill (TreeHugger)---Photograpy by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" BrainStorming: (l to r) - CK Lin (UCSB), Josh Dorfman (Lazy Environmentalist) Kimberly Brooks (Lightray), Sam LaBudde (Biologist), Graham Hill (TreeHugger)
    Photograpy by Adrian Sidney
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" BrainStorming: (l to r) Kimberly Brooks (Lightray), Sam LaBudde (Biologist), Graham Hill (TreeHugger), CK Lin (UCSB), Josh Dorfman (Lazy Environmentalist)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" BrainStorming: (l to r) Kimberly Brooks (Lightray), Sam LaBudde (Biologist), Graham Hill (TreeHugger), CK Lin (UCSB), Josh Dorfman (Lazy Environmentalist)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Jamais Cascio (Worldchanging.org), Graham Hill (TreeHugger), Gay Browne (Greenopia), Steve Glenn (Livinghomes)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Jamais Cascio (Worldchanging.org), Graham Hill (TreeHugger), Gay Browne (Greenopia), Steve Glenn (Livinghomes)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
  • Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Chris Adjiani (G-Living)---Photography by Adrian Sidney
    Opportunity Green "Confluence of Influence" Chris Adjiani (G-Living)
    Photography by Adrian Sidney
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Smart Home Tour

  • The modular pre-fab home designed by Michelle Kaufmann was set on the grounds of the Museum of Science and Industry.
    The modular pre-fab home designed by Michelle Kaufmann was set on the grounds of the Museum of Science and Industry.
    ©JB Spector, MSI
  • Open for tours for 8 months, the Home is crafted with recycled and renewed materials, and features the latest in energy and resource efficiencies.
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