The need to improve dwelling performance with the aid of home automation systems is growing in our aging society. The older cohort requests housing that enhances their vitality and conserves their independence. Suitable systems of sensors, monitors and follow-up services may assist daily activities and handle emergencies. Unfortunately most systems currently on the market are expensive, not open, and not as flexible as desired. The solution could be found in agents [1] that are autonomous and communicate over a computer network [2] when performing their specific task, such as managing the lighting in the home, or reacting on a fire calamity [3]. In this study we will view the home automation set-up as an open multi-agent system, and test both its technical feasibility and performance.