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Privacy Policy

Studio M Architecture Last Updated: May 27, 2025

1. Introduction

Studio M Architecture is the personal architectural practice of Mark S. Schulman, AIA, LEED AP, a licensed architect with over 35 years of professional experience in planning and design, headquartered at 44 South Broadway, Suite 100, White Plains, NY 10601.

This Privacy Policy applies to the Studio M Architecture website (the “Site”), an informational platform showcasing Mark’s portfolio, professional services, design philosophy, and contact information.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of every visitor to our Site. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you submit our contact form, we collect:

  • Your full name
  • Your email address
  • Your phone number (if provided)
  • Your message or project inquiry

We only collect the information you voluntarily choose to submit.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain technical data, including:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website or link

This data is collected through standard web server logs and, where applicable, analytics tools such as Google Analytics.

2.3 Cookies

Our Site may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience. These may include:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the basic functionality of the Site.
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our portfolio, services, and content.

You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries submitted through the contact form
  • Communicate with prospective clients and collaborators about architectural services and project opportunities across our areas of expertise: Industrial, Master Planning, Mixed-Use, Office, Residential/Multi-Family, Sports Installations, Restaurants, and Retail
  • Improve our Site by understanding how visitors navigate the Expertise, Portfolio, About, and Contact sections
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating the Site (e.g., web hosting, email delivery, analytics), bound by confidentiality obligations.
  • Legal compliance: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
  • Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or change in business structure, where your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Third-Party Links & External Sites

Our Site includes links to the following third-party platforms:

  • Design Development (a separate architectural firm also founded by Mark S. Schulman, based at the same address in White Plains, New York)
  • LinkedIn – Mark S. Schulman’s professional profile (linkedin.com)

Once you navigate to any external site, you are subject to their respective privacy policies. Studio M Architecture is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party website.

6. Data Retention

We retain contact form submissions and related correspondence for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and maintain professional records, or as required by applicable law. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Opt out of any marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Studio M Architecture 44 South Broadway, Suite 100 White Plains, NY 10601 Email: Mark@DD-Studio-M.com Phone: 914.263.6510

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

This Privacy Policy is for informational purposes only. For specific legal advice, please consult a qualified attorney.