operation of an architectural office for the study, direction and execution of all technical, construction, development and implementation of all related mandates; acquisition and exploitation of all patents, licenses, sub-licenses and technical processes; granting and/or guaranteeing advances to its shareholders or third parties. The company may carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, all operations in direct or indirect relation to its main purpose and take participations in all connected or similar enterprises. The company may establish branches and/or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. The company may act as co-debtor and/or guarantor for the benefit of all third parties, notably in favor of all its direct or indirect affiliates, its direct or indirect parent companies as well as the direct or indirect subsidiaries of the latter, with or without remuneration.