Effective Date: 8th April 2026
Who we are:
The Design Barn is the West of Ireland’s premier luxury fabric and wallcovering studio. With over 25 years of expertise, we provide interior design consultations alongside exclusive access to globally renowned brands such as Romo, Osborne & Little, and Cole & Son. Our dedicated fabric library and design studio is open to designers, architects, and homeowners, offering a curated environment to explore premium fabrics and wallpapers. From bespoke window treatments and motorised blinds to custom upholstery and soft furnishings, our expert team delivers tailored solutions that elevate residential and commercial interiors with precision, elegance, and timeless style.
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact us at:
What information we collect:
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Contact Information – such as your name, email address, and phone number when you submit an enquiry or contact us.
- Project Information – any details you provide about your project or requirements.
- Newsletter Data – your email address if you subscribe to updates.
- Technical Data – such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data collected through cookies and analytics tools.
How we use your information:
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries and communicate with you.
- To provide our services and manage projects.
- To send newsletters or updates (only where you have given consent).
- To improve our website, services, and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
Legal basis for processing:
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases:
- Consent – when you opt in to receive newsletters or marketing communications.
- Legitimate Interests – to respond to enquiries and operate our business effectively.
- Legal Obligations – where we are required to comply with applicable laws.
Sharing your information:
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share your information with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
- Website hosting providers.
- Analytics services (such as Google Analytics).
- Email marketing platforms.
These providers process data on our behalf and are required to protect your information.
Data retention:
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Enquiry data: retained for a reasonable period to manage communications.
- Newsletter data: retained until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics data: retained in accordance with platform settings.
Your rights:
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing communications)
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
[email protected]
Cookies:
Our website uses cookies to:
- Understand how visitors use our site.
- Improve performance and user experience.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data security:
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Third party links:
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Changes to this policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact:
If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
The Design Barn
Culleen House, Culleen, Headford, Galway.
[email protected]
(091) 533 800
