Interesting Facts About Bill Gates' House

Ever wondered what Bill Gates' house is like? As you might imagine, the co-founder and leader of Microsoft has a fantastic home! Here are some interesting facts about the Microsoft founder's house.

1. How Much is Bill Gates' House Worth? 

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From sand imported every year to create a beach from Caribbean island sand moved to a 6-meter high trampoline room, this luxurious house was built at a cost of $63 million and took 7 years to complete.

Certainly, the mansion is a masterpiece equipped with advanced technology that will capture your attention. Bill Gates' house, named Xanadu 2.0, sprawls over 6,131 square meters and houses a collection of rare manuscripts, one of which is written by Leonardo Da Vinci and valued at $8 million. Xanadu 2.0 was constructed using half a million board feet of lumber with 300 construction workers (including 100 electricians), and if Bill Gates' house were to be sold now, its price would exceed $145 million.

2. How Many Rooms Does Bill Gates' House Have?

Bill Gates' house has 7 bedrooms, 6 kitchens, and 24 bathrooms (10 of them equipped with bathtubs). Additionally, the house is furnished with a reception hall that can accommodate up to 200 guests, featuring an almost 7-meter video screen and a 1.8-meter wide limestone fireplace.

One of the kitchens in Bill Gates' house

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Reception hall in Bill Gates' house

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3. The swimming pool has an underwater music system.

 

Kolam Renang di rumah Bill Gates

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4. The house utilizes its natural surroundings to reduce heat loss.

 

Xanadu 2.0 is an "earth-sheltered" house, meaning it was built into its surroundings to regulate temperature more efficiently.

 

 

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5. A high-tech sensor system helps guests monitor a room’s climate and lighting.

When guests arrive, they are given a pin that interacts with sensors located throughout the house. As guests enter, the temperature and lighting change according to their preferences. Hidden speakers behind the wallpaper allow music to accompany your steps from room to room.

 

 

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6. You can change the artwork on the walls just by touching a button.

 

Have you ever been bored with the paintings hanging on your walls? Well, Gates never has, with screens worth $80,000 installed throughout the mansion. The display on the screens can be changed to paintings, photos, or desired artwork. The installed storage device just for Gates' favorite art collection costs $150,000.

 

 

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7. A 6-meter high-ceiling trampoline room

 

The fitness facility equipped with a spacious trampoline room with a 6-meter high ceiling can be a fun alternative for regular workouts.

The total exercise facility of 232 square meters includes a sauna, steam room, and separate men's and women's changing rooms.

 

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8. It has a theater that can accommodate 20 guests in luxurious seats.

 

This theater is designed in Art Deco style, with comfortable armchairs, sofas, and even a popcorn machine to accompany the viewing.

 

 

9. Someone once paid $35,000 just to tour Bill Gates' house.

 

Microsoft holds an annual auction where employees donate products and services to be bid on. The proceeds go to the company's charity fund.

Gates has donated a private tour of Xanadu 2.0 in the past. According to the Puget Sound Business Journal, a Microsoft employee once won the tour with a bid of $35,000.

 

 

 

 

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