The Gates Estate

In the seattle suburb of Medina on the shores of Lake Washington lies Bill Gates' $53 Million dollar, 66,000 square foot estate. US NEWS has a tour of the estate HERE.

Here are some interesting info about the house:

• 104 electricians used


• All timber used in the house are perfectly finished and nearly perfect with almost no knots.


• All woodwork is flawless


• Acoustics were a big concern.


• Woods and fabrics were used to ensure perfect acoustics throughout the house.


• Flooring is heated, even in the driveway and walkways throughout the estate. S


• ecurity system is monitored from the Microsoft campus.


• There is a salmon hatchery on the estate.52 miles of communication cable


• Hidden cameras are everywhere, including some hidden inside stone walls.


• Floor sensors can track a person within 6 inches.


• The bathtub can be filled and temperature can be controlled by Gates as he drives home from work.