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, the final stage of building a house is the most anticipated moment, handover day. After months of planning, construction, and coordination, the expectation is simple. The home should feel complete, ready, and exactly as envisioned.But in...