LAST UPDATED: 23/02/2026
1. COMPANY INFORMATION
ALVAR SAKARI
VAT-ID: FI35932932
VÄNRIKKI STOOLIN KATU 1C, 33
00100, HELSINKI, FINLAND
ALVAR@ALVARSAKARI.FI
+358400175936
ALVAR SAKARI operates from Finland and provides furniture, objects, and architectural services.
2. ORDERS & AGREEMENTS
Orders (the “Order”)are placed through direct contact (email or written agreement).
An Order becomes binding when:
– The client confirms acceptance of a written offer, and
– ALVAR SAKARI issues an order confirmation or invoice.
For architectural services, a separate written agreement (the “Agreement”) may define project scope and terms.
3. PRICES & PAYMENT
All prices are stated in EUR.
– VAT is included where applicable (according to Finnish tax law).
– Payment terms are specified in the invoice.
– Late payments may be subject to statutory interest under Finnish law.
ALVAR SAKARI reserves the right to request partial or full advance payment, particularly for made-to-order or custom pieces.
Ownership of goods remains with ALVAR SAKARI until full payment has been received.
4. PRODUCTION & DELIVERY
Furniture & Objects
Many products are made to order. Estimated production timelines are provided in writing but may vary due to material availability or production circumstances.
Delivery methods are agreed individually and may include courier, freight, or white-glove service.
Risk transfers to the client upon delivery.
Architecture & Design Services
Delivery timelines for architectural services are agreed per project.
Delays caused by external consultants, authorities, or client changes are not the responsibility of ALVAR SAKARI.
5. RIGHT OF CANCELLATION
If you are a private consumer within the EU, you have the right to cancel your purchase within 14 days of receiving the goods under EU and Finnish consumer protection law.
To exercise this right:
– Notify us in writing within 14 days.
– Return the goods unused and in original condition.
The customer is responsible for return shipping costs unless otherwise agreed.
Exception:
The right of cancellation does not apply to:
– Custom-made or personalized products
– Architectural services that have already been performed in accordance with the Order or the Agreement.
This follows the Finnish Consumer Protection Act (Kuluttajansuojalaki).
6. DEFECTS & COMPLAINTS
Clients are obliged to inspect goods upon delivery.
If a product is defective or damaged:
– Notify ALVAR SAKARI within 14 days.
– Provide photographs and description of the issue.
Consumers have statutory rights under Finnish law for defective goods.
For architectural services, complaints must be made without undue delay after the issue is discovered.
7. RETURNS
Returns must be agreed in writing.
Returned goods must be:
– Unused
– In original packaging
– Properly protected during return shipment
Refunds are issued after inspection and acceptance of the returned goods.
Custom and/or commissioned works are non-refundable unless defective.
The client is responsible for return shipping costs unless otherwise stated or agreed.
8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All designs, drawings, concepts, visualizations, and documentation created by ALVAR SAKARI remain the intellectual property of ALVAR SAKARI unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Clients receive the right to use delivered materials only for the agreed purpose.
Architectural drawings may not be reused, modified, or distributed without written permission.
9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
ALVAR SAKARI is not liable for:
– Indirect or consequential damages
– Delays caused by force majeure events
– Losses resulting from misuse of products
Liability is limited to the value of the purchased product or agreed service fee, unless otherwise required by Finnish mandatory consumer protection law.
10. FORCE MAJEURE
ALVAR SAKARI is not responsible for delays or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to:
– Material shortages
– Transportation disruptions
– Governmental actions
– Labor disputes
– Extreme weather conditions
11. APPLICABLE LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
These Terms as well as Orders and Agreements executed based on these terms are governed by Finnish law.
Consumers may refer disputes to:
– Finnish Consumer Disputes Board (Kuluttajariitalautakunta)
– or the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform.
12. PRIVACY
Personal data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
13. ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES & SCOPE
Architectural and design services are to be defined in a separate written Agreement.
The Agreement shall specify:
– Scope of work
– Deliverables
– Project phases
– Fees and payment schedule
– Responsibilities of the clients
Any additional work beyond the agreed scope is subject to additional fees, unless otherwise agreed.
14. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES
The client is responsible for:
– Providing accurate site information and documentation
– Ensuring legal rights to the property
– Obtaining necessary permits unless otherwise agreed
– Engaging required consultants (structural, HVAC, etc.) unless otherwise specified
ALVAR SAKARI is not responsible for errors resulting from incomplete or incorrect information provided by the client or third parties.
15. COPYRIGHT & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN)
Under Finnish and EU copyright law:
– All drawings, plans, visualizations, design concepts, furniture designs, and documentation created by ALVAR SAKARI remain the intellectual property of ALVAR SAKARI.
– The client receives a non-exclusive right to use the materials solely for the agreed project and purpose.
Drawings and designs may not be:
– Reused for other projects
– Modified by third parties
– Distributed to third parties beyond the project scope
without written consent from ALVAR SAKARI.
Authorship (moral rights) remains with ALVAR SAKARI at all times.
16. RIGHT TO DOCUMENT & PUBLISH WORK
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, ALVAR SAKARI retains the right to:
– Photograph completed projects
– Use project photographs, drawings, and descriptions
– Publish the work in portfolios, on the website, in social media, exhibitions, lectures, publications, and award submissions
This applies to both architecture and furniture projects.
Sensitive information (such as private addresses or confidential details) will not be disclosed without consent.
If the client wishes to restrict publication, this must be agreed in writing before project commencement.
17. USE OF SITE PHOTOGRAPHS PROVIDED BY CLIENT
If the client provides photographs of a site or property:
– The client confirms they have the legal right to share such materials.
– ALVAR SAKARI may use these materials solely for project development unless otherwise agreed.
Use of client-provided images for public portfolio purposes requires client consent.
18. STAGED IMAGES & THIRD-PARTY OBJECTS
Project photography or staged imagery may include:
– Third-party furniture
– Artworks
– Lighting
– Decorative objects
– Designs by other creators
Such inclusion does not imply authorship or ownership by ALVAR SAKARI unless explicitly stated.
Where appropriate, third-party designers or brands may be credited.
ALVAR SAKARI is not responsible for the intellectual property rights of third-party objects selected or supplied by the client.
19. PORTFOLIO, CV & PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
ALVAR SAKARI retains the right to:
– Include completed projects in professional portfolios
– Reference projects in CVs, grant applications, exhibitions, publications, and lectures
– Use project descriptions for professional documentation
Unless otherwise agreed, this right continues indefinitely.
20. LIABILITY FOR CONSTRUCTION & IMPLEMENTATION
ALVAR SAKARI provides design services.
Unless separately agreed in writing, ALVAR SAKARI is not responsible for:
– Construction execution
– Contractor errors
– Structural engineering
– Site supervision
– Regulatory approvals
Responsibility for construction and implementation remains with the contractor and/or client unless a separate supervision agreement is in place.
