Terms & Conditions & Community Forum Guidelines
This page provides essential information about The Architects Hub Insider Blog and Forum; how to make the most of it, and the principles that ensure a positive and productive environment for everyone.
A Message from the Curator
Hi, I’m Omima Ismaiel, founder and curator of Architects’ Hub Insider. This space is a curated platform where I share architecture-related content, personal insights, and curated industry news, based on my own professional journey and perspectives.
By using this site or participating in the community forum, you agree to the following terms. These are in place to protect everyone — myself, contributors, and you as a user — and to maintain a respectful, safe, and inspiring environment for progressive discussions.
1. Content & Liability Disclaimer
All content published on ArchitectsHub.com — including blog posts, curated articles, and personal commentary — is intended for informational and educational purposes only.
While I share insights grounded in my experience as a professional architect, this content should not be considered formal professional, legal, business, or architectural advice. I do not offer certified consultation services. For project-specific, contractual, or regulatory matters, please consult a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
I make every effort to provide accurate and relevant content, but I cannot guarantee completeness or real-time accuracy. You use this information at your own discretion, and I assume no liability for how it is interpreted or applied and I assume no liability for how this information is interpreted or applied.
2. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted:
- All blog content, articles, and curated commentary are copyright © Omima Ismaiel.
- You may quote brief excerpts with clear attribution and a link back to the original source.
- Republishing full posts or using content for commercial purposes without written permission is prohibited.
Third-party media (e.g. images, PDFs, external links) remain the property of their respective creators and are used under fair use, license, or publicly available guidelines.
3. External Links & Third-Party Content
This site occasionally features links to third-party websites, resources, and sponsors. I am not responsible for the content, availability, or accuracy of these external sources.
Please use your judgment when visiting or relying on third-party links. Clicking on them is done at your own risk.
4. User Submissions (Forum & Comments)
By posting on the ArchitectsHub Forum or commenting on blog content, you agree to:
- Stay respectful and constructive. No harassment, hate speech, or trolling.
- Keep it relevant. Stay on-topic to architecture, design, sustainability, professional growth, and built environment issues.
- No self-promotion, ads, or spam. If you want to collaborate or sponsor content, contact me directly through proper channels.
- Respect privacy. Do not post personal information about yourself or others.
- Own your content. You are responsible for what you share, and by posting, you grant me a non-exclusive license to display it on this site.
I reserve the right to edit, remove, or moderate any content that violates these guidelines or detracts from the community experience.
5. Community Forum Guidelines
The forum is a shared space for learning, sharing, and connecting. To keep it positive and professional, all users agree to:
- Introduce yourself in the Start Here section on the forum page.
- Ask thoughtful questions and give helpful answers
- Keep discussions brief, clear, and insightful
- Refrain from excessive self-promotion or irrelevant links
- Abide by all rules of professional courtesy
If needed, I may suspend or remove accounts that breach these guidelines to protect the integrity of the community.
Be Respectful and Constructive
- Treat fellow members with courtesy, even when opinions differ.
- Give and receive feedback constructively.
- Avoid personal attacks, inflammatory language, or disrespectful remarks.
Stay On Topic
- Keep discussions focused on architecture, design, and related disciplines.
- Use appropriate categories and tags when starting a topic.
- Avoid off-topic chatter, spam, or irrelevant external links.
No Unauthorized Promotion or Advertising
- Do not post advertisements or promote services, events, or job listings without prior approval.
- Promotional content is only allowed in designated areas and with curator permission.
Communicate Clearly
- Use clear, professional English.
- Format your posts for readability (e.g. paragraphs, headings, bullet points).
- Limit jargon, abbreviations, and casual language to maintain clarity.
Respect Copyright and Credit Sources
- Always cite sources for shared content (text, images, links).
- Do not upload copyrighted materials unless you have explicit permission.
Keep It Legal and Safe
- Do not share or discuss illegal, harmful, abusive, or hateful content.
- This includes hate speech, harassment, threats, and malware.
Moderation & Enforcement
- Moderators may edit, move, or remove posts that violate these guidelines.
- Repeated violations may result in warnings, temporary suspensions, or account removal.
- Moderator decisions are final to protect the integrity of the community
Help Keep the Forum Healthy
- Use the report button to flag inappropriate content.
- Engage respectfully, even when reporting.
Account Responsibility
- You are responsible for the security and behavior of your account.
- Avoid creating multiple accounts unless pre-approved for professional use.
Updates to Guidelines
- These guidelines may change as the community evolves.
- It is your responsibility to check for updates periodically.
7. Updates & Modifications
These terms may be updated periodically. By continuing to use this website and forum after updates are posted, you agree to the revised terms.
Contact
For any concerns about content, copyright, or forum conduct, please reach out directly via [info@architectshub.com].
Thank you for being part of the ArchitectsHub community.