The company's purpose (in strict compliance with the rules governing the acquisition of real estate by foreigners) is: the operation of an architectural office and any advisory and service activities in the fields of urban planning, real estate development, construction, and property management; the execution of all work related to construction and urban planning; the purchase and sale of real estate as well as all goods and products related to the aforementioned purposes; and, as an ancillary activity, the execution of all commercial and financial transactions, whether movable or immovable, directly or indirectly related to the aforementioned purposes, as well as the acquisition of interests in Swiss or foreign companies pursuing identical or similar purposes. The company may conduct its activities both in Switzerland and abroad and establish branches. The company may grant loans or guarantees to its members or third parties.