Privacy Policy
Legal disclaimer
At Element Studios, we value privacy in the same way we value good design, thoughtfully considered, carefully managed, and built on trust.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any information you provide when interacting with our website or contacting us regarding our services.
By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined below.
Privacy Policy
Who We Are
Element Studios is a Bath-based design and build studio specialising in Architectural Design, Bespoke Joinery, Project Management, and high-end residential construction across the South West of England and Wales.
We work closely with homeowners, architects, designers, and collaborators to bring carefully considered spaces and bespoke design solutions to life.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect certain personal information that helps us communicate with you and provide our services.
This may include:
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Your name
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Project address or location (where relevant)
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Information about your enquiry or project requirements
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Any documents, plans, drawings, or files you choose to send us
In addition, we may automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, including:
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Device and browser information
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IP address
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Website pages visited
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Time spent browsing our website
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General location data
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Referral source
How We Use Information
We collect information only when it helps us provide a better service.
Information may be used to:
Respond to enquiries submitted through our website
Discuss potential residential or commercial projects
Prepare project consultations and quotations
Communicate during ongoing project work
Improve the functionality and performance of our website
Understand how visitors interact with our content
Maintain website security and prevent misuse
We only collect information necessary to operate our business effectively and responsibly.
Project Information & Confidentiality
Because many of our projects involve private residential properties, architectural design work, bespoke technical drawings, and confidential client information, discretion is central to how we operate.
Any plans, drawings, documents, or project information shared with us will be handled professionally and only used where necessary to discuss, develop, or deliver your project.
We do not share confidential project information with third parties unless required as part of delivering agreed services.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies may help us:
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Monitor website traffic
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Improve website performance
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Understand visitor behaviour
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Analyse how visitors engage with our content
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Improve future website functionality
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
Third Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to help operate our website and business.
This may include services such as:
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Website hosting providers
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Website analytics services
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Email communication platforms
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Contact form providers
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Cloud storage and document sharing services
These services only process information where necessary to support our operations.
We do not sell personal data or share information for marketing purposes.
Data Security
We take appropriate steps to protect all information shared with us.
This includes protecting against:
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Unauthorised access
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Loss of information
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Data misuse
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Unlawful disclosure
While no online system can guarantee complete security, we take reasonable technical and organisational measures to safeguard the information we receive.
How Long We Retain Information
We retain personal and project-related information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
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Respond to enquiries
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Manage active or completed projects
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Maintain business records
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Meet legal or administrative obligations
When information is no longer required, we securely remove or delete it.
Your Rights
Under applicable UK data protection law, you may have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we hold
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of your personal data
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Object to certain forms of data processing
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Request that we restrict how information is used
Requests can be made by contacting us directly.
External Links
Our website may occasionally contain links to third-party websites, publications, collaborators, or project partners.
Once you leave our website, we are not responsible for how other websites collect or manage your information.
Changes To This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our website, services, or legal obligations.
Any changes will be published on this page.