Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25/06/2025
1. Who We Are
Studio September (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a Edinburgh based design studio specialising in architecture and interior design. We care deeply about protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
Contact us:
info@studioseptember.co.uk
2. What This Policy Covers
This policy explains:
What data we collect and why
How we use and protect your data
Your rights under UK law
How our website uses cookies
3. What Personal Data We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect:
Contact details: Name, email address, phone number
Business/project details: If you enquire about working with us
Website usage data: Collected through cookies (see below)
Messages: Emails or messages sent to us directly or via forms
We do not collect sensitive data unless you choose to share it with us.
4. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data when you:
Fill out a form on our website
Email or message us directly
Interact with our website (e.g. pages viewed, time spent)
Become a client and share project information
5. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Respond to enquiries
Deliver our design services
Improve our website and communication
Keep internal records and meet legal obligations
We never sell or rent your data.
6. Legal Basis for Using Your Data
Under UK GDPR, we use your data based on:
Consent – when you fill in a form
Contract – if you become a client
Legitimate interests – improving our website or communications
Legal obligations – for tax or accounting purposes
7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We only keep data for as long as necessary:
For communication and project delivery
To meet legal, tax, or accounting requirements (up to 6 years)
8. Sharing Your Data
We only share your data when needed to deliver our services, such as:
Squarespace (our website platform)
Google Workspace (email, cloud storage)
Invoicing or project tools (if used for client work)
All providers we use are GDPR-compliant or offer equivalent protections.
9. How We Keep Your Data Safe
We follow best practices, including:
Password-protected systems
Secure cloud storage
Access limited to essential personnel only
While no system is 100% secure, we are committed to protecting your information.
10. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Object to or restrict how it’s used
Withdraw consent
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk
To exercise your rights, email us at info@studioseptember.co.uk
11. Cookie Policy
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you browse websites. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, and track usage to improve performance.
Types of cookies we use:
Essential cookies – for core site functionality (e.g. navigation)
Performance cookies – help us understand how people use our site (e.g. Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics, if enabled)
Functionality cookies – remember your settings (e.g. language preferences)
Managing cookies:
You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings. You can also reject non-essential cookies when prompted on our site (if a cookie banner is active).
12. Updates to This Policy
Studio September keeps its privacy policy under regular assessment. Updates will be made to this webpage as required. This privacy policy was last updated in September 2025.