Legal Notice

Privacy & Cookie Policy

Bernardo Durão Arquitectos Lda (BDA)

Last Updated: November 2025

1. Introduction

Bernardo Durão Arquitectos Lda ("BDA", "we", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website https://www.bda.com.pt or interact with our studio.

2. Data Controller

The entity responsible for the processing of your personal data is:

Company: Bernardo Durão Arquitectos Lda

Address: Travessa Henrique Schreck 62-66, 4450-578 Leça da Palmeira, Matosinhos, Portugal

Email: bdurao@bda.com.pt

3. Personal Data We Collect

We strictly collect data that is necessary for our operations:

Communication Data: Name, email address, and phone number when you contact us for project inquiries or general information.

Recruitment Data: If you send a spontaneous application, CV, or Portfolio to our email, we process the personal and professional details provided.

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, time zone setting, and operating system, collected automatically via cookies to ensure site performance.

4. How We Use Your Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

Client Services: To respond to requests for proposals and manage architectural projects.

Recruitment: To evaluate candidates for job openings or internships (CVs are treated with strict confidentiality).

Website Security: To prevent fraud and ensure the security of our IT systems.

Legal Compliance: To comply with obligations under Portuguese and EU law.

5. Data Sharing

BDA does not sell your personal data. We may share data only with:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties who provide IT and system administration services (e.g., hosting, email servers).

Professional Advisers: Lawyers, accountants, or insurers, when necessary.

Authorities: If required by law to report to Portuguese authorities.

6. Data Retention

General Inquiries: Retained for the duration of the business relationship or as required for tax purposes.

Recruitment: CVs and Portfolios may be kept for up to 12 months for future opportunities, after which they are securely deleted unless you request otherwise.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to:

Access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data.

Object to the processing of your data.

Withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us directly at bdurao@bda.com.pt.

Cookies Policy

What are Cookies? Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your experience on our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly. These cannot be switched off.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics), allowing us to improve our content.

Managing Cookies You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Terms & Conditions

FAQs

What data do you collect?

We collect only cookies essential for site functionality and legal compliance.

How is my information used?

Your data is used strictly to improve site experience and comply with legal obligations.

Can I opt out of cookies?

Yes, you can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site performance.

Who has access to my data?

Only authorized personnel within our firm can access your data under strict controls.

How do you protect my data?

We use industry-standard security measures to safeguard all collected information.

Where can I find your full cookie policy?

Our complete cookie and data use policy is available at the bottom of every page on this site.