Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: April 14th, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to the Rawls Architecture website. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of rawlsarchitecture.com (the "Website") and its content, as well as the services provided through the Website (collectively, the "Services").
Please read these Terms carefully before using our Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
General Information
Rawls Architecture ("we," "our," or "us") is a professional architecture firm providing architectural design services for residential properties. Our firm is based in Fernandina Beach, Florida, and is licensed to practice architecture in the state of Florida.
Intellectual Property Rights
Ownership of Content
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Rawls Architecture or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Use of Content
Subject to these Terms, Rawls Architecture grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and view the content on our Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the Website without express written permission from Rawls Architecture
- Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from the Website
- Modify or create derivative works based on the Website or its content
- Use the Website for any commercial purpose without prior written consent
Project Images and Portfolios
The architectural projects displayed on this Website represent our past work and portfolio. These projects are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced or used as design references without express written permission from Rawls Architecture.
Website Use
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon or restrict anyone else's use and enjoyment of the Website. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Using the Website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempting to interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
- Engaging in any activity that would constitute a criminal offense or give rise to civil liability
- Using any device, software, or routine that interferes with the proper working of the Website
- Introducing viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other harmful materials to the Website
Account Responsibility
If you create an account on our Website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Professional Services
Service Engagement
The Website provides information about our architectural services but does not constitute a contract for those services. Formal engagement of our professional services requires a separate written agreement between you and Rawls Architecture.
No Professional Advice
The content on this Website is provided for general information purposes only and should not be considered professional architectural advice. Any reliance you place on information found on this Website is strictly at your own risk.
Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate information on this Website, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the content. Any reliance on such information is at your own risk.
Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Rawls Architecture. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Rawls Architecture shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with use of such third-party websites or services.
Communication
By contacting us through the Website, you agree that we may communicate with you electronically regarding your inquiries, and such electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that communications be in writing.
Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. RAWLS ARCHITECTURE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT THE WEBSITE OR THE SERVER THAT MAKES IT AVAILABLE ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, RAWLS ARCHITECTURE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM YOUR ACCESS TO OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Rawls Architecture, its officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Website or your violation of these Terms.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Nassau County, Florida.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. Your continued use of the Website after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modified Terms and agreement to abide and be bound by the modified Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Rawls Architecture regarding our Website and supersede any prior agreements we might have had between us regarding the Website.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: rawlsarchitecture@gmail.com
By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.