IntroductionWhen homeowners begin planning a new house, one common instinct is to involve multiple vendors. An architect for design, a contractor for construction, separate teams for interiors, electrical, plumbing, and finishing. On paper, it may seem like more experts...

For most homeowners, building a new house is a once-in-a-lifetime decision. It involves financial commitment, time, and a lot of personal expectations. Naturally, there is excitement. But alongside that, there is also uncertainty.Questions start early.Who will handle the design?Who...