This document presents a project to develop a home appliance control system using a microcontroller, GSM network, and SMS messages. The system aims to allow remote control of appliances in a cheap and simple way compared to existing wireless solutions. The major components are an AT89S52 microcontroller, GSM modem, relay circuits, and interfaces to appliances. The microcontroller communicates with the GSM modem via a serial interface to send and receive SMS commands to control relays and appliances from a remote cell phone. The system is designed for applications like appliance control, security systems, and home entertainment control from outside the home.