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TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

 

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Welcome to Obias ArchDesign ("OAD," "we," "our," or "us").

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These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of www.obiasarchdesign.com ("Website"). By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, Intellectual Property Notice, and Website Copyright Notice.

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If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue your use of this Website.

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2. PURPOSE OF THIS WEBSITE

This Website is provided for informational purposes only. It is intended to present information about Obias ArchDesign, our architectural services, design philosophy, portfolio, completed and ongoing projects, and related professional information.

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Nothing contained on this Website shall be interpreted as creating an architect-client relationship, professional engagement, partnership, joint venture, or contractual relationship unless a separate written agreement has been executed by both parties.

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3. NO PROFESSIONAL RELIANCE

The content provided on this Website is intended solely for general informational purposes.

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Although every effort is made to ensure that information presented is accurate and current, it should not be interpreted as professional architectural, engineering, construction, legal, financial, or technical advice.

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Every project has unique circumstances and requirements. Visitors should obtain professional consultation before relying on any information contained on this Website.

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Viewing or using this Website does not establish an architect-client relationship with Obias ArchDesign.

4. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Professional architectural services are provided only after appropriate consultation and, where applicable, the execution of a written Architectural Services Agreement or other applicable contract.

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Any quotations, conceptual discussions, project information, or preliminary communications shall not be construed as a binding professional engagement unless confirmed through an executed notarized agreement.

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Professional services are performed in accordance with applicable Philippine laws, regulations, and professional standards.

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5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, all content available on this Website is owned by or licensed to Obias ArchDesign and is protected under applicable Philippine intellectual property and copyright laws.

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Protected materials include, but are not limited to:

  • Architectural designs

  • Plans

  • 2D and 3D Drawings

  • Specifications

  • Renderings

  • Photographs

  • Graphics

  • Logos

  • Text

  • Website layout and design

  • Branding materials

  • Icons

  • Illustrations

  • Digital media

  • Project documentation

 

Third-party trademarks, logos, photographs, and other materials remain the property of their respective owners.

6. TRADEMARKS

The name Obias ArchDesign, the OAD name and logo, together with any associated branding elements displayed on this Website, are trademarks, service marks, trade names, or other proprietary identifiers of Obias ArchDesign unless otherwise indicated.

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Nothing contained on this Website shall be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark, logo, trade name, or branding without the prior written consent of Obias ArchDesign or the applicable owner.

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7. NO LICENSE GRANTED

Except as expressly permitted by law or with prior written authorization from Obias ArchDesign, nothing contained on this Website shall be interpreted as granting any license, ownership interest, or right to use any copyright, trademark, design, architectural work, drawing, rendering, photograph, text, or other intellectual property displayed on this Website.

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8. PERMITTED USE

You may access and use this Website solely for lawful, personal, informational, or legitimate business purposes.

You agree not to:

  • reproduce Website content without authorization;

  • copy architectural designs or drawings;

  • modify Website materials;

  • republish Website content;

  • distribute Website materials;

  • commercially exploit Website content;

  • create derivative works;

  • remove copyright notices;

  • misrepresent ownership of Website materials;

  • interfere with Website operation or security.

 

Users shall not use any content from this Website—including architectural drawings, plans, renderings, photographs, specifications, graphics, text, or other creative works—for training artificial intelligence systems, machine learning models, automated scraping, dataset generation, or similar technologies without the prior written consent of Obias ArchDesign.

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9. PROJECT PORTFOLIO

Project photographs, renderings, drawings, visualizations, descriptions, and related information are presented solely for informational and portfolio purposes.

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Certain projects may have been completed in collaboration with clients, consultants, engineers, contractors, photographers, or other professionals.

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The appearance of any project on this Website does not grant permission for its reproduction, reuse, modification, or commercial exploitation.

10. ACCURACY OF INFORMATION

Obias ArchDesign makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate, current, and reliable information on this Website.

However, we do not guarantee that:

  • all information is complete;

  • information is continuously current;

  • the Website is error-free;

  • the Website will always remain available; or

  • information is suitable for every purpose.

 

Website content may be updated, modified, or removed without prior notice.

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11. USER COMMUNICATIONS

If you communicate with Obias ArchDesign through this Website, email, or any official communication channel, you agree that:

  • the information you provide is accurate;

  • you have the authority to submit such information;

  • your communications do not violate any applicable law;

  • your communications do not contain malicious, unlawful, defamatory, or fraudulent material.

 

Except where covered by an executed agreement or otherwise required by law, information voluntarily submitted through this Website should not be considered confidential or proprietary. If you wish to engage Obias ArchDesign regarding confidential information or a potential project, appropriate contractual arrangements should first be established.

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12. PRIVACY

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, disclosed, and protected.

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13. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

This Website may contain links to external websites, including social media platforms and other third-party resources.

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These links are provided solely for convenience.

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Obias ArchDesign does not control or endorse the content, security, privacy practices, or availability of third-party websites and assumes no responsibility for them.

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14. DISCLAIMER

This Website and all content provided herein are made available on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

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Obias ArchDesign makes no express or implied warranties regarding:

  • Website availability;

  • uninterrupted operation;

  • freedom from viruses or harmful components;

  • completeness or accuracy of information;

  • compatibility with your device;

  • suitability for a particular purpose.

 

Your use of this Website is entirely at your own risk.

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Obias ArchDesign reserves the right to suspend, modify, discontinue, restrict, or update all or any portion of this Website at any time without prior notice.

15. LIMITATION OF LIABAILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Obias ArchDesign shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, special, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to:

  • access to or use of this Website;

  • inability to access the Website;

  • reliance upon Website information;

  • technical interruptions;

  • data loss;

  • unauthorized access;

  • third-party services;

  • viruses or malicious software.

 

Nothing contained herein shall limit liability where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

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16. FORCE MAJEURE

Obias ArchDesign shall not be liable for delays, interruptions, or failures in the operation of this Website resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, power interruptions, internet service failures, cyber incidents, governmental actions, labor disputes, public emergencies, or other force majeure events.

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17. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Obias ArchDesign, its principals, consultants, employees, representatives, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising from:

  • your misuse of this Website;

  • your violation of these Terms;

  • infringement of intellectual property rights; or

  • violation of applicable laws.

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18. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines.

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Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts of Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

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19. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

Obias ArchDesign reserves the right to revise these Terms of Use at any time.

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Any revisions shall become effective immediately upon publication on this Website together with the updated "Last Updated" date.

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Continued use of this Website after such revisions constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

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20. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

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21. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, Intellectual Property Notice, and Website Copyright Notice constitute the entire agreement governing the use of this Website.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Terms of Use or the processing of your personal information, please contact:

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Obias ArchDesign (OAD)

Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Website: www.obiasarchdesign.com

Email: contact@obiasarchdesign.com

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