Legal & Policies

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

When you contact Forecast Interiors or engage our services, we may collect:

• Personal information (name, email, phone, mailing address)
• Project details (property address, room dimensions, design preferences)
• Financial information (for billing and payments)
• Photos of your space (for design development)
• Website usage data (cookies, IP address, browser information)

How We Use Your Information

• To provide interior design services and respond to inquiries
• To communicate about projects, proposals, and deliverables
• To process payments and maintain project records
• To send project updates, design presentations, and invoices
• To improve our website and client experience
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Data Protection & Storage

• Client data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption
• We use reputable third-party services for cloud storage and communication
• Access to client information is limited to team members working on your project
• We retain project records for 7 years after project completion (or as required by law)
• Physical documents are stored in secure, locked facilities

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Vendors & Trade Partners: To order products and materials for your project
• Contractors: When coordinating installation or construction work (with your consent)
• Service Providers: Payment processors, email platforms, cloud storage (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights

Your Privacy Rights

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent for data processing (may affect service delivery)

Intellectual Property

Design Ownership

Forecast Interiors retains ownership of all original design concepts, drawings, renderings, specifications, and other creative work product ("Design Documents") until full payment is received.

Upon full payment, clients receive a limited license to use Design Documents solely for the specific project described in the Design Services Agreement. This license includes:

• The right to implement the design for your personal or business property
• The right to share Design Documents with contractors and vendors for implementation purposes
• The right to make necessary modifications during construction (in consultation with us)

Usage Restrictions

Without express written permission, clients may not:

• Reproduce designs for additional properties or locations
• Share Design Documents publicly on social media or websites
• Provide Design Documents to other designers or competitors
• Modify designs to create derivative works for commercial purposes
• Remove designer attribution or copyright notices from documents

Portfolio & Marketing Rights

Forecast Interiors reserves the right to photograph completed projects and use images for:

• Portfolio and website display
• Marketing materials and case studies
• Social media promotion
• Award submissions and industry publications
• Educational or speaking engagements

If you prefer privacy or have confidentiality concerns, please notify us in writing. We will respect your wishes and refrain from publishing your project.

Third-Party Materials

Design Documents may incorporate third-party materials (fabric swatches, product specifications, manufacturer drawings) that remain the intellectual property of their respective owners. Our license to use these materials is limited to design presentation and project implementation.

Photography & Image Usage

Project Photography

Upon project completion, Forecast Interiors may arrange professional photography of your space. Photography sessions will be scheduled at your convenience and with your advance approval.

Photo Release

By engaging our services, clients grant Forecast Interiors permission to:

• Photograph completed design work in your property
• Use project photos in our portfolio, website, and marketing materials
• Share images on social media platforms (Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn)
• Submit photos to design publications, blogs, and award competitions
• Credit the project with general location (e.g., "Lexington, KY") without disclosing your address

Privacy Protections

We take the following steps to protect client privacy:

• Remove or blur personal items, family photos, and identifying documents before publishing
• Do not disclose client names, full addresses, or sensitive information
• Respect requests to exclude specific rooms or areas from photography
• Obtain additional consent before publishing photos that show people

Opt-Out Rights

If you prefer complete privacy, you may opt out of photography and publication rights by providing written notice. We will respect your decision and maintain project confidentiality.

Photo Credits

All project photos are copyrighted by Forecast Interiors or our contracted photographers. When sharing photos from publications or our portfolio, please credit:

Design: Forecast Interiors
Photography: [Photographer Name] (if applicable)