This document contains the terms of use for the website, available at the domain: https://nodicastudio.bg/ Before using this website, you are required to read them carefully and become familiar with them. By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using this website, the user declares that they are duly acquainted with these Terms and Conditions, understands their content, and expresses their informed, specific, and unequivocal agreement with them. The User confirms that he accepts these Terms and Conditions and undertakes to comply with them. If the User does not agree with any of the provisions, the User should immediately discontinue use of the Website.

Section – General information about the Merchant. Terms used.

Art.1 Information about the Merchant: 

Picture name: Nodika Studio Ltd.

UIC/BULSTAT: 206830866

Registered office: Sofia, Triaditsa district, blvd. Cherni Vrah №31, entr. A, fl. 1

Address for correspondence: Sofia, Triaditsa district, blvd. Cherni Vrah №31, entr. A, fl. 1

Phone: + 359 899 881 168 

Email: nodicastudio@gmail.com

Website: https://nodicastudio.bg/ 

Supervisor Information: 

Name: Commission for Personal Data Protection

Registered office: 1592, Sofia, Blvd., Prof. No. 2 Tsvetan Lazarov

Address for correspondence: 1592, Sofia, Blvd., Prof. No. 2 Tsvetan Lazarov

Phone: 02 915 3 518

Website: www.cpdp.bg

Art. 2. In these General Terms and Conditions, the following terms and expressions are used with the following meanings:

"Copyright" – all intellectual property rights, including design, text, images, graphics, 3D visuals, and software elements protected under applicable law and belonging to Nodica Studio or its partners.

"Direct Marketing" - sending personalized offers, promotional messages, and information about new services via email, phone, social networks, or other digital and traditional communication channels.

"Contract" - an agreement between the Customer and the Merchant entered into by electronic correspondence, online request, or signed written document governing the provision of services and the relevant terms and conditions.

"Malicious Acts" - any acts or omissions that violate the law of Internet ethics or affect the regular operation of the website and/or the rights of other users. These include, but are not limited to:

• sending spam;
• unauthorized access to secure resources and databases;
• publishing misleading, false, or harmful information.
• Dissemination of malware, viruses, or other malicious code;

"Customer" - a user who has sent an inquiry through a contact form, registered for a consultation or expressed interest in Nodica Studio's services.

"Partner" - any natural or legal person with whom the Merchant has a contractual relationship and who assists or participates in providing services and products related to interior design.

"Order" - a request expressed by the Customer to receive a specific service in the field of architecture and interior design offered by the Merchant.

“User” - any natural or legal person accessing, browsing, or otherwise using the website's functionality via a computer, mobile device, or other technical means.

"Merchant" - Nodica Studio provides professional services in architecture and interior design, including consulting, design, visualization, and implementation of interior projects.

"Website" / "Site" - a virtual space on the Internet accessible via a unique web address (URL) and providing information, functionality, and/or services related to Nodica Studio's business, including but not limited to text and graphic content, software, multimedia, and interactive elements.

"Services" - the totality of the activities provided by Nodica Studio, including, but not limited to, architectural and interior design, project execution with full or partial management, including coordination with contractors, procurement and supervision of construction and renovation activities, interior design consulting, design, production of renderings and other related services.

Section II - Subject matter and website features

Art. 3 (1) These Terms and Conditions govern the rules for users' access to and use of the Nodica Studio website. Acceptance of these terms and conditions is binding on all users and binds them to comply with them.

(2) The General Terms and Conditions apply to all cases in which a natural or legal person ("User") accesses the website to view the content, use the services offered, or contact Nodica Studio. An exception to applying these Terms and Conditions is only possible in a separate written agreement between the parties, which sets out the specific terms of the respective relationship.

Art.4 (1) Through the website, users can:

1. Access information about Nodica Studio's activities, services offered, projects completed, published materials, and current news in architecture and interior design.
2. Send requests for consultations, quotations, and individual project proposals, providing the necessary contact details.
3. To send out inquiries for partnerships and joint projects.
4. They can exercise their rights regarding the storage and processing of their data following applicable Bulgarian and European legislation, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

(2) All commercial relations between Nodica Studio and its clients or partners related to the provision of services shall be governed by an individual written contract. This contract shall specify the specific parameters of the service, the terms of performance, the remuneration, and other essential conditions following the client or partner's needs and requirements.

Art. 5 (1) The Merchant has the right to change, update, or supplement the content and functionalities of the website without prior notice, without being liable for any temporary difficulties in accessing the website.

(2) If certain services require personal data, the User is obliged to provide correct and up-to-date information and is responsible for the correctness of the data provided. "Nodica Studio has the right to refuse to provide services or to restrict access to certain functionalities in case of suspicion of incorrect information or misuse of the website.

Section III - Rights and Obligations of Users

Art. 6. Website users have the right to:

1. Browse, use, and retrieve information from the platform's content to get acquainted with Nodica Studio's services, realized projects, and current offers.
2. Contact Nodica Studio for advice or further information about the Services or any questions regarding the Platform's operation.
3. To send inquiries using the contact forms provided, including individual project proposals, quotations, or partnership collaborations.
4. To request rectification, erasure, or restriction of the processing of personal data following applicable law.
5. To inform Nodica Studio of any identified violations, including unauthorized use of the Platform Content or infringement of intellectual property rights.

Art. 7. Users shall:

1. To use the website in good faith and accordance with these Terms and Conditions, applicable law, and moral standards.
2. Do not perform any actions that may disrupt the platform's security, integrity, or normal functioning.
3. Do not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the servers, databases, or other technical resources maintained by Nodica Studio.
4. Not to copy, distribute, modify, or make unauthorized use of the content of the Platform without the prior written consent of Nodica Studio.
5. Not to publish or distribute misleading, obscene, or deceptive information that may damage Nodica Studio's or third parties' reputation.
6. Not to use the website for advertising or promotional purposes without prior permission from Nodica Studio.
7. Do not perform automated or manual actions that result in excessive server load or may disrupt other users' access to the platform.

(2) In the event of a breach of these terms and conditions, Nodica Studio shall be entitled to restrict or terminate the respective user's access to the website and take the necessary legal and technical measures to protect its interests.

Section IV - Rights and Obligations of the Merchant

(1) The Merchant has the following rights:

• To manage, administer, and modify the website's content, structure, and functionality, including, but not limited to, adding, updating, or removing information and services.

• To store and process the data provided by the users following the current legislation and the Privacy Policy.

• Respond to inquiries made by users via the website's contact forms within a reasonable time appropriate to the nature of the information or service requested.

• To take technical and organizational measures to protect the platform from abuse, cyber-attacks, or unauthorized access.

• We may restrict or terminate access to users who violate these Terms and Conditions, commit malicious acts, or create a security risk on the Platform.

• To block or remove content posted by users that contravenes good commercial practices, moral standards, or applicable law.

Art. 9. The Merchant has the following obligations:

1. To maintain the website and ensure its availability to users, except in technical maintenance, force majeure, or other objective circumstances.
2. Provide reliable and up-to-date information about the services offered, including description, terms of performance, and related details.
3. To process users' data lawfully and following the applicable European and national data protection legislation.
4. Responding to user queries and communications promptly, providing correct information about its activities.
5. Not to disclose or make available to third parties information sent by users, except in the cases provided by law or with the express consent of the user concerned.
6. To take necessary measures to prevent misuse, unauthorized access, or compromise of the website's security.

Section IV - Intellectual Property. Copyright protection 

Art. 10. (1) All elements published on the Website, including but not limited to software code, databases, graphic materials, images, video content, texts, descriptions, and other works, constitute the intellectual property of the Merchant and are subject to protection under the applicable Bulgarian and European legislation.

(2) Any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, public performance, or modification of these items without the express written consent of the Merchant is prohibited and may result in legal consequences.

Art. 11. (1) User access to the website does not grant a right to use, copy, or distribute copyrighted content beyond the limits of personal, non-commercial use.

(2) Using a minimum amount of content for personal, non-commercial purposes is permissible, provided that it does not affect the legitimate interests of the Merchant or other copyright holders.

(3) Any content, including images, descriptions, and graphic materials, which are part of the Merchant's portfolio, are subject to special protection and may not be used without consent, except as provided by law.

Art. 12. (1) In case of intellectual property rights infringement, the Merchant is entitled to restrict a user's access by blocking a telephone number, e-mail, IP, or MAC address.

(2) In an established violation, the Merchant may take all legal measures to protect its rights, including filing a claim for compensation for material and non-material damages, legal costs, and other related costs.

(3) The Merchant shall have the right to submit a report to the competent authorities in the event of evidence of unauthorized use of the copyright content or other acts that threaten his intellectual property rights.

(4) Any violation of this section may result in immediate judicial or administrative proceedings against the violator, and the Merchant reserves the right to seek redress in any manner provided by law.

Section V - Protection of personal data

(1) The Merchant shall take all necessary technical and organizational measures to protect personal data following European and national legislation requirements in personal data protection. Personal data processing activities shall be carried out based on the legitimate interest of the Merchant or in the presence of explicit consent from the individual concerned, following Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016.

(2) Any interested person may familiarize himself in detail with the personal data processed by the Merchant, the purposes for which they are processed, and all the information required under applicable law in the Privacy Policy.

(3) To ensure the security of personal data, the Merchant may require additional information to confirm the identity of persons who wish to exercise their rights as data subjects.

(4) The Merchant shall process personal data for direct marketing purposes only with explicit consent, which may be withdrawn at any time.

(5) In the event of a suspected breach of personal data security, the Merchant shall undertake the necessary actions to limit the negative consequences and notify the competent authorities and the persons concerned if the relevant prerequisites for this exist.

(6) If personal data needs to be provided to third-party processors, the Merchant shall ensure that the relevant data processing agreements are concluded and adequate protection measures are applied.

Section VI - Merchant’s liability

Art. 14 (1) The Merchant shall not be liable for material and/or non-material damages suffered by the User or others due to the inability to use the website unless it is proven that this is due to gross negligence or intentional act on the part of the Merchant.

(2) The liability under par. 1 also covers cases related to the failure of electronic devices, including, but not limited to, computer equipment, software, data, or other resources of the User, resulting from viruses, malware, or other similar technical problems related to viewing the website or downloading materials from it.

Art. 15. The Merchant is not responsible for the content of advertising materials, banners, or links published on social media or for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in these advertising messages. Any such material is provided for information and does not constitute an obligation or promise by the Merchant.

Art. 16. The Merchant shall be liable for:

1. Failure to perform the requested service within the time or conditions specified in the contract if it is not possible to provide the service as agreed.
2. Non-performance by a third party engaged by the Merchant to perform contractual obligations.
3. Untimely or inaccurate performance of contractual terms resulting in degraded quality or quantity of services provided.
4. Infringement of copyright or related rights of third parties on the materials provided by the Merchant as a result of unjustified use of these materials without appropriate permission.

Art. 17. The Merchant shall not be liable for delay or non-performance of contractual obligations due to force majeure circumstances such as natural disasters, strikes, wars, accidents, or other unforeseeable situations beyond his control that temporarily prevent the obligations under the contract.

Art. 18. In case of a violation of the provisions of these General Terms and Conditions or damages suffered due to such violations, the Merchant shall take all necessary steps to remedy the violations and compensate the User following applicable law.

Section VII - Amendment and Supplement to the Terms and Conditions of Use. Termination of the legal relationship between the parties. 

Art. 19 (1) The Merchant reserves the right to unilaterally update these General Terms and Conditions, and it is obliged to inform the interested parties in due time by publishing them on the corporate website.

(2) The amendments shall take effect for all persons upon the first of the following conditions:

1. Upon receipt of notification from the Merchant and in the absence of an express objection within the 14 days granted,
2. After 14 days have elapsed since the changes were published on the corporate website, provided that no objection has been made,
3. When an active action is taken on the corporate site that unambiguously confirms acceptance of the changes.

(3) The Merchant shall disseminate information about the changes through all available communication channels, including official social media accounts.

(4) Anyone who disagrees with the changes can discontinue using the corporate website.

Art. 20 (1) The legal relations between the parties shall be terminated upon:

1. Termination of the legal entity of the Merchant or opening of insolvency proceedings;
2. Reaching an explicit written agreement;
3. The occurrence of a permanent impossibility to perform the obligations;
4. Compulsory suspension of commercial activity by a competent authority;
5. A material breach of these terms and conditions;
6. Other grounds are provided for in the legislation in force.

(2) The Merchant shall have the right to terminate access to the Corporate Site immediately and without notice upon:

1. Misuse of the functionality provided;
2. Infringement of intellectual property rights;
3. Actions detrimental to the commercial reputation;
4. Failure to comply with applicable law.

(3) Upon termination of the legal relationship, the parties shall retain their rights and obligations that have arisen up to the time of termination.

(4) The provisions concerning confidentiality of information, protection of personal data, and intellectual property rights shall survive the termination of the legal relationship between the parties.

Section VIII - Transitional and final provisions

Art. 21. (1) These General Terms and Conditions govern the legal relations between the Merchant and the Website Users and apply following Bulgarian legislation in force.

(2) All disputes between the parties shall be resolved in a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding. If no agreement is reached, any unresolved differences arising from the contract, including questions relating to its interpretation, performance, validity, or termination, shall be settled by the competent court designated following the Code of Civil Procedure provisions.

Article 22 (1) The parties undertake to protect each other's legitimate rights and interests and to preserve the confidentiality of any information to which they have gained access in the framework of their contractual relationship.

(2) During the contract term and up to two years after its termination, the parties shall not be entitled to publicly disseminate the content of their communication, whether in written or oral form. Publication of correspondence in electronic or print media, internet forums, social networks, or other public platforms shall be deemed a breach of this clause. In the event of non-compliance, the guilty party shall be liable for damages in an amount to be determined in equity by the court but not exceeding 15% of the value of the order.

Art. 23. If any inconsistency between these General Terms and Conditions and the provisions of an individually concluded contract between the Merchant and a specific User, the terms agreed in the special agreement shall prevail.

Art. 24. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held invalid or unenforceable, this shall not invalidate the remainder of the document.

Art. 25. (1) Neither party shall be liable for non-performance of its contractual obligations if this is due to force majeure. For an event to qualify as force majeure, the following conditions must be met:

1. be unpredictable;
2. be extraordinary;
3. there must be a direct causal link between the event and the impossibility of performing the obligations.

(2) If the force majeure event lasts more than 14 (fourteen) days, either party shall be entitled to terminate the contract by notifying the other party in writing without liability for any damages.

Art. 26. Every User shall have the right to use alternative conflict resolution methods, such as mediation, conciliation panels, or the EU online dispute resolution platform, in case of a dispute.

Art. 27. These Terms and Conditions shall become effective for all Website users as of 20.02.2025.