General Terms
of Sale
Professional architectural services delivered with integrity, transparency, and excellence
Scope of Application
These General Terms of Sale ("Terms") govern the provision of architectural consulting services, research and development services, and related professional services by Archimists Architecture Services ("the Company") to its clients ("the Client").
Important
By engaging our services, the Client agrees to be bound by these Terms. Any conflicting terms proposed by the Client are excluded unless expressly accepted in writing by the Company.
Services
The Company provides the following categories of services:
Architecture Consulting at Scale
Strategic consulting for growing architecture practices
R&D Services
Research and development in architectural innovation
Feasibility Studies
Market, technical, and financial feasibility analysis
Sustainable Design Advisory
Green building and sustainability consulting
BIM Consulting
Building Information Modeling implementation and governance
Regional Market Analysis
Specialized market intelligence for MENA and West Africa
Note: Specific service descriptions, deliverables, and scope will be defined in individual service agreements.
Contract Formation
A contract for services is formed when:
Written Acceptance
The Company accepts the Client's written request for services
Signed Agreement
Both parties sign a service agreement
Proposal Acceptance
The Company issues a written proposal that is accepted by the Client
Validity Period
Any proposals or quotations issued by the Company are valid for 30 days from the date of issue, unless otherwise stated in writing.
Fees and Payment Terms
Fee Structure
Fees are calculated based on the scope of services agreed upon in the service agreement. The Company offers the following fee structures:
Payment Terms
Payment Due: Invoices are due within 30 days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed.
Late Payment Consequences
Payment is considered late if not received within 30 days, and the Company reserves the right to charge interest at 2% per month, suspend services, or terminate the agreement for non-payment.
Additional Costs
The Client is responsible for additional costs including but not limited to travel expenses, third-party software licenses, and external consultancy fees as agreed in the service agreement.
Intellectual Property
Company IP
All intellectual property rights in methodologies, frameworks, templates, and general knowledge remain the property of the Company.
Client-Specific Deliverables
Upon full payment, the Client receives a license to use deliverables specifically created for their project:
- • License is non-exclusive and non-transferable
- • Client may not resell or redistribute deliverables to third parties
- • Company may use knowledge gained for the benefit of other clients
Third-Party Materials
Any third-party materials, software, or intellectual property incorporated into deliverables remain subject to their original licenses and restrictions.
Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all non-public information shared during the course of the engagement:
Business Information
Business strategies and proprietary information
Technical Data
Technical data and methodologies
Client Information
Client information and project details
Financial Terms
Financial and commercial terms
Duration
Confidentiality obligations survive termination of the service agreement for a period of 5 years.
Warranties and Liability
Company Warranties
The Company warrants that services will be performed in a professional manner consistent with industry standards.
Limitation of Liability
The Company's total liability under any service agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by the Client for the specific project giving rise to the claim.
Excluded Damages
The Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of data.
Professional Indemnity
The Company maintains professional indemnity insurance appropriate for the services provided.
Termination
Voluntary Termination
Either party may terminate the service agreement with 30 days written notice.
Immediate Termination
Either party may terminate immediately for material breach that remains uncured for 15 days after written notice.
Effect of Termination
Client pays for all services performed up to termination date
Company delivers all work products completed up to termination date
Confidentiality obligations survive termination
Both parties return or destroy confidential information
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising under these Terms or the service agreements shall be resolved through a structured process:
1. Good Faith Negotiation
Direct discussions between the parties to resolve the dispute
2. Mediation
Mediation through a mutually agreed mediator
3. Binding Arbitration
Binding arbitration under Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) rules
Jurisdiction: The arbitration shall be conducted in Dubai, UAE, and the governing law shall be the laws of the UAE.
Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms which is due to circumstances beyond their reasonable control:
Natural Disasters
War & Terrorism
Pandemics
Government Actions
Contact Information
For questions about these General Terms of Sale, please contact our legal team:
Phone
+971 4 123 4567Address
Dubai Design District (d3)Building 2, Office 301
Dubai, UAE
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