Yes I have. There will be speakers in every common room for when we have get-togethers or just want to listen to music. Each will be configurable downstairs as to which speakers will be on or off.

Home automation not so much because the price tag is way more than I can afford.

Another question. I am going to be putting something up to cover the ceiling in the porches, either beadboard painted white or tongue and groove wood that is stained or naturally finished.

What do you all think? Would it look better with natural wood or white ceilings?