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TERMS OF SERVICE

Effective Date: April 29, 2026 | Last Updated: April 29, 2026

Key Points Summary

•By using our website, you agree to these Terms of Service.

•All content on our website is protected by intellectual property laws.

•Project deliverables are governed by separate agreements; ownership transfers upon full payment.

•We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from use

of our website or services.

•These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia.

•We may update these terms at any time; continued use of the website means you accept any changes.

If you have questions, please contact us using the information in Section 19.

1. INTRODUCTION & ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Welcome to Griffin Consulting & Design. We appreciate your interest in our services and your visit to our website. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at griffinconsultanddesign.com, as well as any services, content, or materials made available through it.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Griffin Consulting & Design.

If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not access or use our website. Your continued use of the website following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

2. DEFINITIONS

The following definitions apply throughout these Terms of Service:

•"Company," "we," "us," or "our" refers to Griffin Consulting & Design, a Georgia-based interior design and consulting business operated by Allison Griffin in Savannah, Georgia.

•"User," "you," or "your" refers to any individual or entity who accesses the website, uses our services, or otherwise interacts with Griffin Consulting & Design.

•"Services" refers to the design consulting, branding, interior design, strategic support, and any other related professional services offered by Griffin Consulting & Design.

•"Website" refers to griffinconsultanddesign.com, including all pages, content, and functionality available through the site.

•"Content" refers to all text, images, graphics, photographs, illustrations, designs, and other materials displayed on or made available through the website.

3. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Griffin Consulting & Design provides professional interior design, consulting, branding, and strategic support services. Our offerings are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client and may include, but are not limited to:

•Interior design consultation and planning

•Space planning and layout development

•Branding and visual identity consulting

•Design strategy and creative direction

•Project management and vendor coordination

All services are subject to availability. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, with or without notice.

The information provided on our website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice, and it should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional regarding your specific needs.

4. USER RESPONSIBILITIES

By using our website and services, you agree to the following responsibilities:

•Accurate Information. You will provide accurate, current, and complete information when interacting with us or submitting inquiries through the website.

•Lawful Use. You will use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance

with these Terms.

•No Interference. You will not interfere with or disrupt the operation of the website, its servers, or any networks connected to the website.

•No Unauthorized Access. You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the website.

•Compliance. You will comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations in connection with your use of the website.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on the website — including text, images, graphics, logos, photographs, design elements, and other materials — is the property of Griffin Consulting & Design or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the website and its content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. This license does not include the right to:

•Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any content from the website

•Modify, adapt, or create derivative works based on our content

•Use our content for any commercial purpose without prior written consent

•Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from our content

The Griffin Consulting & Design name, logo, and all related branding elements are trademarks of Griffin Consulting & Design. No use of these marks is permitted without our express written authorization.

6. CLIENT PROJECTS & DELIVERABLES

The scope, timeline, and specific deliverables for each client project will be defined in a separate written agreement (such as a proposal, contract, or statement of work) between you and Griffin Consulting & Design.

The following general terms apply to all client projects unless otherwise specified in a separate agreement:

•Ownership Transfer. Ownership of final deliverables transfers to the client upon receipt of full payment for the applicable project, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

•Portfolio Rights. Griffin Consulting & Design retains the right to display project

images, descriptions, and related materials in our portfolio, website, and marketing materials, subject to client consent.

•Design Concepts. All design concepts, sketches, drafts, and preliminary materials remain the exclusive property of Griffin Consulting & Design until full payment has been received.

•Separate Agreements. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and a separate project agreement, the terms of the separate agreement shall govern with respect to that specific project.

7. PAYMENT TERMS

Fees for our services are established on a per-project basis and will be outlined in a separate agreement prior to the commencement of work. The following general payment terms apply:

•Project Fees. All fees and payment schedules will be agreed upon in writing before work begins.

•Deposits. A deposit may be required prior to the start of any project. The amount and terms of the deposit will be specified in the project agreement.

•Late Payments. Payments not received by the due date may be subject to late fees or interest charges as specified in the applicable project agreement.

•Suspension of Services. Griffin Consulting & Design reserves the right to suspend or halt work on any project for which payment is overdue until the outstanding balance is paid in full.

All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars. You are responsible for any applicable taxes, duties, or other charges associated with the services provided.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the State of Georgia, the services and content provided through this website are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

In no event shall Griffin Consulting & Design, its owner, employees, agents, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages — including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses — arising out of or in connection with:

•Your use of, or inability to use, the website or our services

•Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content on the website

•Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your information

•Any third-party conduct or content on or connected to the website

Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the website or our services shall not exceed the total fees you have paid to Griffin Consulting & Design for the specific services giving rise to the claim.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Griffin Consulting & Design, its owner, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

•Your use of the website or our services

•Your breach of any provision of these Terms

•Your violation of any applicable law or regulation

•Any content or information you submit or transmit through the website

This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the website.

10. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

The website and all content, materials, and services available through it are provided "as is" and "as available," without any warranties of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise.

Griffin Consulting & Design specifically disclaims all implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that:

•The website will be available at all times or operate without interruption or error

•The content on the website is complete, accurate, reliable, or current

•Any defects or errors on the website will be corrected

The website is free of viruses or other harmful components

We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party websites linked to or from our website. Any design recommendations, opinions, or suggestions provided through our website or services represent professional opinions and are not guarantees of any specific outcome or result.

11. PRIVACY

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our separate Privacy Policy, which is available on our website.

By using the website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & SERVICES

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Griffin Consulting & Design. These links are provided for your convenience and informational purposes only.

We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. Your use of any third-party website is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

The inclusion of any link on our website does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with the linked site or its operators.

13. TERMINATION

Griffin Consulting & Design reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the website, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease. The following provisions of these Terms shall survive termination:

•Intellectual Property (Section 5)

•Limitation of Liability (Section 8)

•Indemnification (Section 9)

•Disclaimer of Warranties (Section 10)

•Governing Law & Dispute Resolution (Section 14)

14. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Chatham County, Georgia.

Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting Griffin Consulting & Design directly. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally within thirty (30) days, either party may pursue mediation as a next step before resorting to litigation.

15. FORCE MAJEURE

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms where such failure or delay results from events beyond the reasonable control of the affected party. Such events include, but are not limited to:

•Natural disasters (floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, storms)

•Epidemics or pandemics

•Acts of government or regulatory authorities

•War, terrorism, or civil unrest

•Power outages, internet disruptions, or other infrastructure failures

The affected party shall make reasonable efforts to mitigate the impact of such events and resume performance as soon as practicable.

16. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, while preserving the original intent of the provision as closely as possible.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Griffin Consulting & Design with respect to your use of the website.

These Terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, proposals, and agreements — whether oral or written — between you and Griffin Consulting & Design regarding the website. Separate written agreements (such as project contracts or statements of work) may apply to specific services and shall govern those engagements independently.

18. CHANGES TO TERMS

Griffin Consulting & Design reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time, at our sole discretion. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document.

Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the website after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

For material changes, we may make reasonable efforts to provide additional notice, such as a prominent announcement on the website. However, we are not obligated to provide individual notice to each user.

19. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Griffin Consulting & Design

Savannah, GA

Email: agriffindesign@gmail.com

Phone: (912) 441-4052

Website: griffinconsultanddesign.com

We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.

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