Look, we get it - nobody actually enjoys reading privacy policies. But here's the thing: at Zephyr on Forge Quint, we've been restoring century-old buildings and designing industrial spaces for years, and trust has always been foundational to what we do. Same goes for how we handle your data.
We're not collecting your info to sell it or bombard you with stuff you don't need. We're architects, not data brokers. This policy breaks down what we collect, why we need it, and how we're keeping it safe. Pretty simple, really.
When you reach out to us or use our site, we might collect a few basic things:
We're not asking for your social insurance number or anything crazy like that. Just what we need to do our job properly.
Here's what we do with the info you share:
First and foremost, we use it to respond to your inquiries and keep the conversation going about your project. Whether you're looking at restoring a 1920s warehouse or designing a new sustainable facility, we need to stay in touch.
To actually do the work - consultations, site visits, sending over proposals and drawings. Can't really design your building without talking to you, can we?
Sometimes we're required to keep records for professional liability purposes or building code compliance. Part of being a licensed architectural firm in Ontario.
Maybe once in a while we'll send you news about a cool project we completed or changes in green building regulations that might affect you. But we're not gonna spam you - we've got buildings to design.
We're pretty protective of your information, but there are a few situations where we might need to share it:
Project Collaborators: If we bring in structural engineers, sustainability consultants, or other specialists for your project, they'll need relevant details. Everyone signs confidentiality agreements though.
Service Providers: We use cloud storage, email services, and project management tools. Companies like Google Workspace or Dropbox might technically have access to data, but they're bound by their own privacy commitments.
Legal Obligations: If the law requires it - like a court order or regulatory request - we might have to hand over information. Hasn't happened yet in our years of practice, but gotta mention it.
Business Transfers: In the unlikely event we merge with another firm or sell the practice, your data would transfer to the new owners. They'd still be bound by this policy though.
What we DON'T do: sell your data to marketers, share it with unrelated third parties, or use it for anything beyond architectural services. Period.
We take data security seriously - probably more than most small architectural studios, honestly:
Look, no system is 100% bulletproof - anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. But we're using industry-standard security measures and staying current with best practices. Same attention to detail we bring to structural integrity in our buildings.
Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA, if you're curious), you've got some solid rights:
Want to see what information we have on you? Just ask. We'll pull it together and send it over within a reasonable timeframe.
If we've got something wrong - misspelled your name, wrong address, whatever - let us know and we'll fix it.
Want us to delete your info? We can do that, as long as we're not legally required to keep it (like for accounting or liability purposes). Some records we gotta keep for 7 years - Ontario building code stuff.
Don't want to hear from us anymore? There's an unsubscribe link in every email we send. Or just shoot us a message and we'll take you off the list.
You can change your mind about how we use your data. Might affect our ability to work together on a project, but it's your call.
To exercise any of these rights, just email us at studio@zephyronforgequint.info or call (416) 555-0847. We'll get back to you within a couple days.
Our website uses a few cookies - not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. Here's what's going on:
Essential Cookies: These keep the site functioning. They remember if you're logged into a client portal or submitted a contact form. Can't really turn these off without breaking things.
Analytics Cookies: We use basic analytics to see how people use our site. Which pages get visited most, where people are coming from, how long they stay. Helps us figure out if our portfolio section needs work or if nobody cares about our blog posts.
Performance Cookies: These help the site load faster and remember your preferences. Pretty standard stuff.
We're not using cookies for targeted advertising or anything invasive. Most browsers let you control or delete cookies if you want - check your browser settings.
We don't keep stuff forever - that'd be weird and unnecessary. Here's our general approach:
After retention periods end, we securely delete or destroy the information. For digital stuff, that means permanent deletion. For physical documents, we use a shredding service.
Privacy laws evolve, technology changes, and sometimes we update our practices. When we make changes to this policy, we'll:
We recommend checking back here occasionally if you're curious. Or don't - we won't be offended. Most people have better things to do than read privacy policies.
If something in this policy doesn't make sense, or you've got concerns about how we handle your information, just reach out. We'd rather have a conversation than leave you wondering.
Email: studio@zephyronforgequint.info
Phone: (416) 555-0847
Office: 142 King Street West, Suite 800, Toronto, ON M5H 2X6