The company's purpose is to provide services in the construction industry and its adjacent disciplines. This includes design, planning, consulting, sales, construction and documentation activities and services, in particular in the fields of architecture, research, publication, distribution and real estate. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.