We get to peek inside the coolest homes in America so we can show off their home theaters, media distribution systems and home technology integration. After a while, you can bet it takes a lot to impress us. Here’s a look at some of our favorite homes from 2011.

Each one stands out for different reasons, but the thing that binds them all together is the creativity and ingenuity of the installers and home owners. Check out the slideshow to view the selection.

Lisa Montgomery - Contributing Writer

Lisa Montgomery has been writing about home technology for 15 years, with a focus on the impact of electronics on a modern lifestyle.