But there are obviously many situations where two reasonable architects can disagree. 

I disagree. 

I guess I'm the minority with Angela here but not for the same reason even though I don't disagree with her reasoning, she is right.

It's nice to hear a few of you agreeing with my takes and strategies, but it's also great to hear those of you that may disagree or have a different take than me.

@Greg Smith I'm going to have to disagree with you on that one.

Some say it’s by design, others disagree.

@Dion McNeeley That was how I approached it too from the business perspective, but didn't know if any contractors would disagree.

Armin made a good point about capital gains exclusion due to the primary residence and living in the property 2 out of the last 5 years.I also want to say, I fundamentally disagree with the perspective of @Darius Kellar. 

And always remember that if the IRS disagrees it's usually cheaper to pay the tax than argue :)

I disagree with both of these statements and highly disagree with the latter.