Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Welcome to DorianBahr.com. At Dorian Bahr, we are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our visitors to our web site. In particular, we want you to know that DorianBahr.com is not in the business of selling, renting, or trading email lists with other companies and businesses for marketing purposes. This Privacy Policy provides detailed information on when and why we collect your personal information, how we use it, and how we keep it secure.

Collection and Use of Personal Information

Personal information means any information that may be used to identify you, such as your name, title, phone number, email address, or mailing address.

• Website Browsing: You can browse our website without giving away your personal information. We use Google Analytics to analyze the use of our website which collects generic usage data but not personal information.
• Contact Information: If you choose to contact us using the contact form on our website, we will receive your email address and whatever additional information you provide in your message. We use this information to handle your inquiry and improve our services. Your information may be stored in our email system for reference but will not be used for marketing purposes.
• Design Studio Visits: If you wish to visit our Design Studio or send resumes or portfolios, we will require personal contact details to schedule visits or review applications. This information will be used exclusively for the purpose stated and not shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
• Newsletter Subscription: If you sign up to our newsletter, we will use Mailchimp to manage and send out our newsletter. Mailchimp is a third-party provider, which will collect certain personal data (such as name and email address). For more details, please see Mailchimp’s privacy notice. You can unsubscribe to mailings at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any of our emails or by emailing us directly.
• Social Ads and Pixels: We may use social media advertising and pixels provided by platforms such as Meta, Pinterest, and LinkedIn to deliver targeted advertisements to individuals who have visited our website. These platforms collect data that allows us to measure the performance and reach of our ads, customize our ad audience, and conduct market research. All data is collected anonymously and does not include any personally identifiable information.
• Remarketing: We may engage in remarketing to reach out to users who have visited our website before. Using cookies, we can show our ads to you on third-party websites after you have left our website. This allows us to reconnect with you and customize our marketing messages to your interests.

Cookies

Our website uses "cookies" to collect information about the use of our site. Cookies are small data files on your computer or mobile device. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

Compliance with Accessibility by UserWay

We are dedicated to making our website accessible to everyone. Our implementation of the UserWay Accessibility Widget ensures that our web content meets the accessibility standards outlined by the American Disabilities Act (ADA). UserWay works by providing a range of assistive tools and features which can be tailored to individual user needs, directly from the widget interface.

If you encounter any difficulties in using our site or have feedback on how we can improve accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance.

Compliance with International and Regional Privacy Laws

DorianBahr.com is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for our customers in the European Union, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for our customers in California, where applicable.

Under GDPR, visitors from the European Union have specific rights regarding their personal information. These include the right to be informed about data collection, the right of access to personal data, the right to rectification, the right to erasure, the right to restrict processing, the right to data portability, the right to object, and rights in relation to automated decision-making and profiling.

Similarly, under the CCPA, California residents have the right to know what personal information is being collected about them, the right to know whether their personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom, the right to say no to the sale of personal information, the right to access their personal information, and the right to equal service and price, even if they exercise their privacy rights.

We have taken appropriate measures to ensure that we are in compliance with both the GDPR and the CCPA by:

• Informing users about the collection and use of their personal data.
• Providing users with access to their personal information upon their request.
• Permitting users to request the deletion of their personal data.
• Ensuring that personal data is processed in a secure manner.
• Advancing policies and procedures that enable compliance with these regulations.

Our Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to these principles and the responsible management of our users' data. If you are a resident of the European Union or California and have questions or requests related to the GDPR or CCPA, please contact us using the information provided below

Project Information Collection

We gather specific details necessary to execute and tailor our projects to your satisfaction, which includes but isn't limited to:

• Property details (location, size, etc.)
• Architectural preferences and requirements
• Individual space utilization needs

Sensitive Data Handling

To maintain the privacy and integrity of sensitive information such as blueprints and property documents, we:

• Store physical documents in secure, access-controlled environments
• Utilize encrypted digital storage solutions
  

Usage of Data in Design Processes

Data Use Explanation:

Collected data drives our design and planning processes, enabling us to:

• Customize designs based on personal preferences
• Prepare necessary architectural drawings for permit applications

Data Sharing with Partners and Subcontractors:

Project-related data is shared only with relevant parties (subcontractors, material suppliers, city planning departments) under strict confidentiality agreements to ensure project completion.

Client Rights and Data Retention

Client Data Access:

Clients can access their data upon request, without undue restrictions. Requests for data access can be made directly to our data protection officer.

Data Correction and Deletion:

We provide mechanisms for data correction or deletion, considering ongoing or completed contracts and legal obligations.

Data Retention Policy:

Data is retained only for the period necessary for project completion, legal compliance, and audit purposes, after which it is securely disposed of.

Security Measures

Data Security Protocols:

Our data protection measures include:

• Secure filing systems for physical documents
• Digital protections such as encryption and firewalls

Breach Notification Procedures:

In the event of a data breach, we will promptly notify affected clients and take immediate steps to mitigate any potential damage.

Use of Cloud Services and Third-Party Tools

We may employ cloud services or third-party tools for data storage or project management. These services are chosen for their commitment to privacy standards that align with ours.

Third-Party Data Handling Compliance:

All third parties are vetted to ensure compliance with relevant privacy legislations, such as GDPR and CCPA.

Security

We take precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline. However, no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Review and Updates to Privacy Practices

Regular Review:

Our privacy policy and practices are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary to align with new technologies and legal developments.

Changes Notification:

Clients will be informed of significant changes to our privacy policy or data management practices through our official communication channels.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information below:

Email: design@dorianbahr.com

Phone: Toll-Free 888-783-9936 | Local 214-698-9936

Mail: DorianBahr, 909 Business Parkway, Richardson, Texas 75081