STOA TERMS OF USE
STOA Architects — Terms and Conditions of Use
Effective Date: 2/10/2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the website of STOA Architects (“STOA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using this website (the “Site”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”). These Terms apply to all visitors, prospective clients, existing clients, collaborators, vendors, and any other users who access the Site. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.
2. Website Purpose
The Site is intended to provide general information regarding STOA’s architectural services, planning and design capabilities, portfolio projects, research initiatives, and firm announcements. All materials presented are for informational and marketing purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes professional architectural, engineering, construction, financial, or legal advice, nor should any content be relied upon as a substitute for direct consultation with qualified professionals.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All content displayed on this Site is the exclusive property of STOA or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. This includes architectural renderings, built-project photography, design diagrams, drawings, written descriptions, branding elements, logos, videos, and overall website design.
Unauthorized use of any materials is strictly prohibited. Users may not copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from Site content without prior written consent from STOA. Any approved use must include proper attribution and may be subject to additional licensing terms.
4. Portfolio and Project Representation
Project information and imagery displayed on the Site are provided for illustrative and promotional purposes. Many featured works include conceptual renderings, early design studies, or photography captured at specific phases of completion. Actual built results may vary due to client preferences, engineering requirements, regulatory approvals, budgetary constraints, contractor execution, or material substitutions.
STOA makes reasonable efforts to ensure project descriptions are accurate; however, the Site does not guarantee that all depictions reflect final constructed conditions.
5. Professional Reliance Disclaimer
Content published on this Site is not intended to create, and does not constitute, a professional services relationship. Viewing project materials, downloading resources, or submitting inquiries does not establish an architect-client relationship with STOA.
Architectural services are provided only under fully executed written agreements that define scope, responsibilities, deliverables, and liability limitations. Users should not rely on Site content for construction, design implementation, code compliance, or permitting decisions.
6. User Conduct
By using this Site, you agree to do so lawfully and respectfully. You may not engage in activities that compromise Site security, attempt unauthorized access to servers or data, transmit malicious code, scrape or harvest content, or otherwise disrupt Site functionality.
STOA reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms or attempt to misuse Site resources.
7. Third-Party Links and External Content
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or publications for informational convenience. STOA does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or business practices of external sites.
Accessing third-party links is done at the user’s own risk, and STOA shall not be liable for any damages or losses arising from their use.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, STOA disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to your use of the Site. This includes damages related to inaccuracies, omissions, interruptions, defects, delays, computer viruses, loss of data, or loss of business opportunities.
All content is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless STOA, its partners, employees, consultants, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.
10. Privacy
Use of the Site is also governed by STOA’s Privacy Policy, which outlines how personal information may be collected, used, and protected. By using the Site, you consent to such data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.
11. Modifications to the Terms
STOA reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Continued use of the Site following any revisions constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes arising from Site use shall be resolved in the appropriate state or federal courts located within Texas.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
STOA Architects
6001 Savory Drive, Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77036
info@stoaintl.com
+1 (713) 995-8784