1. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of:

• North Carolina for projects located in North Carolina
• South Carolina for projects located in South Carolina

Venue shall lie exclusively in the state where the project is located.

2. Binding Arbitration & Waiver of Jury Trial

To the fullest extent permitted under:

• The North Carolina Revised Uniform Arbitration Act
• The South Carolina Uniform Arbitration Act

All disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration.

The parties expressly waive the right to trial by jury.

Arbitration shall occur in the county where the project is located.

3. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by NC and SC law:

• Company liability shall not exceed the total amount paid under the contract.
• Company shall not be liable for consequential, incidental, special, punitive, lost income, rental loss, diminished value, or business interruption damages.
• Claims must be brought within one (1) year of substantial completion.

4. Right to Cure

Before initiating arbitration or legal action, Client must provide written notice and allow the Company a reasonable opportunity to inspect and cure any alleged defect.

Failure to provide notice voids related claims.

5. Mechanics & Materialmen’s Lien Rights

The Company reserves all lien rights permitted under:

• North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 44A
• South Carolina Code of Laws Title 29

Failure to remit payment may result in filing of a Claim of Lien on Real Property.

Client acknowledges receipt of required lien disclosures where applicable.

6. Site Conditions & Risk Allocation

Client assumes full responsibility for:

• Soil conditions
• Drainage
• Site access
• Utility availability
• HOA compliance

The Company disclaims responsibility for latent site defects or undisclosed conditions.

7. Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for delays or non-performance caused by events beyond reasonable control, including:

• Material shortages
• Supply chain disruption
• Labor shortages
• Governmental delays
• Weather events
• Natural disasters

Project timelines may be adjusted accordingly.

8. Warranty Disclaimer

Except as expressly stated in a signed Client Service Agreement:

• All implied warranties are disclaimed to the fullest extent permitted under NC and SC law.
• No warranty extends to third-party work or post-install modifications.

9. Indemnification

Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from claims arising from:

• Site conditions
• Third-party contractors
• HOA disputes
• Zoning violations
• Unauthorized modifications

10. Intellectual Property

All architectural models, renderings, designs, and branding are proprietary and protected under federal copyright law.

No reproduction or derivative use is permitted without written consent.

11. Severability

If any provision is deemed unenforceable under NC or SC law, the remaining provisions remain in full force.

12. Modification of Terms
Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Terms And Conditions

These Terms & Conditions govern access to this website and engagement with The Studio House Co. (“Company”). By accessing this website or entering into services within North Carolina or South Carolina, you agree to these Terms.