Even back in the 50s, people were thinking about the smart home of the future, with, among other things, an electric oven that conjures up a finished dish in 5 seconds, and refrigerators with 2 doors
and "thousands" of recipes that can be shown on a display in the kitchen or for the latest maps of the world that are hidden behind a cupboard door in the children's room. With wise foresight, a few ideas actually made it into 2019. retrofuturism…
«First impressions? Warm and friendly. When guests approach your Total Electric Home, a soft glow of Rayescent lamps along the entrance path guides them up to the entrance. Additional lights go on automatically as they come near. Bright, cheerful entrance lighting and dramatic interior illumination extend a gracious invitation to your Total Electric Home.
«When guests arrive at the door, a television camera takes their picture and transmits it automatically to closed-circuit monitors located throughout the house. As you view your guests, you'll be able to welcome them over the voice intercom.» (Source)