Architecture

With decades of sector specific recruitment experience and a passion for providing the best service to clients and candidates alike, Ignis Partners have grown to become one of the leading Architectural Recruitment Agencies in London.

We work with some of the top names in architecture and design, ranging from boutique design studios to AJ100 architectural practices and multi-disciplinary companies with portfolios that include many truly iconic projects.

Roles within Architecture

We recruit for a wide range of positions and job titles within the architecture industry, including:

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £48,000
Permanent

An award winning AJ100 practice are seeking an experienced Project Architect to work on commercial / office led mixed-use schemes.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

Upon joining this leading architectural studio with an impressive track record of developing and maintaining long term relationships with the world's leading developers.  The dedicated team of 30,highly-skilled architects, designers and support staff are working across a diverse portfolio including, residential, hotel, commercial and community projects.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a marvelous supportive office. Our client encourages personal career development and supports staff with training, collaboration and mentoring. Promoting core office hours and flexible working they offer a sensible work – life balance. Offering a fantastic pension scheme, life and health insurance, profit share bonus, educational training support, mental health support programmes and social and sports events throughout the year including field trips.

Summary of Role:

You will be an experienced, creative Project Architect with a strong ‘design eye’ looking to work on projects with a focus on high quality/bespoke design. Project size is wide ranging from small mews properties to commercial office led mix use schemes £1m to £40m construction value.

The successful candidates will have previous experience in large scale Office Building projects.

Ideal Candidate:

  • a minimum of three to four years’ practice experience working as a project architect at all RIBA stages
  • strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies
  • experience of using Revit
  • confident, approachable and a strong team player
  • comfortable and confident in both client facing and contractor facing roles
  • will most likely have worked in a small to medium sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)

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Project Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£38,000 - £42,000
Permanent

Project Architect, with Education projects experience, required for this established design practice based in Central Manchester.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

This leading design practice works across architecture, urban design and landscape and boasts an impressive portfolio of housing, education, arts, commercial and health projects. They employ over 120 design professionals and include many specialists in sustainability, research, visualisation and BIM.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Project Architect with Education projects experience to join their team in Manchester.

You should ideally have a minimum of four years’ post-Part 2 experience, with a track record of running UK based projects at all stages, preferably with education experience and familiarity with working on existing buildings. Revit proficiency is desirable, and excellent presentation skills are essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a leading design practice where you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects. Additionally, the practice operates a Remote Working policy which allows for hybrid working two days per week.

 

Key responsibilities:

Project responsibilities
  • Work independently on feasibility studies
  • Establish and document project requirements clearly
  • Manage a small project team, assigning and prioritising tasks and maintaining required quality
  • Contribute to project design and technical reviews
  • Assist with financial management and resourcing of projects
  • Assist with bids, competitions and interviews for new work
  • Produce design and technical drawings
  • Produce presentation material, reports and models

 

Skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
  • Good design eye and drawing skills
  • Ability to communicate ideas both verbally and visually
  • Knowledge of UK legislation, planning,construction and health and safety
  • Knowledge of Revit
  • Knowledge of Adobe packages.
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Retail Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £50,000
Permanent

Retail Design Architect sort for this boutique studio, focusing on luxury retail projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

Large global design agency leading the ever-evolving face of benchmark retail, experiential culture and hospitality. Founded in 2002 as a boutique studio dedicated to luxury retail, they have since grown into a global design agency with projects ranging in scale from masterplans and architecture to interiors and products. Their unique approach is reflected in the studio ethos and appreciation for the finer things in life, whether it be championing cuisine or promoting personal development.

They are looking for a highly creative and talented architect to work on large scale luxury mixed use projects in Asia. Based in their west London studio, you will work within a multidisciplinary project team to design and realise projects for the most innovative retail operator in the world.

Summary of the Role

This is a key role within the project team that will focus on space planning and base build on large-scale luxury mixed-use projects located in China (ranging from 150,000 – 800,000 sqm) from Concept Design to completion.

As a key team member, successful candidate will balance design, technical ability and efficiency to deliver cohesive architectural projects that are aesthetically innovative and technically feasible.

Requirements:

  • RIBA ARB Part III or Equivalent
  • Proficient Revit user.
  • Rhino, Enscape and AutoCAD are beneficial.
  • Mandarin Speaking is preferable.
  • Minimum 4 years of architectural design experience delivering mixed-use projects globally, with specific project experience in China.
  • Able to confidently assist the project lead in the design and production of interior or architectural projects within the office.
  • Able to confidently take responsibility in leading SD & DD package delivery.
  • Responsible for LDI and external consultant coordination.
  • Superb communication skills, naturally igniting great rapport and adapting style to all levels.
  • Consider the relationship between creativity and technical design as fluid.
  • Collaborative with other disciplines such as interior design, installation and branding.

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REVIT Technician
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for a REVIT Technician to join an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice. Their team creates buildings, experiences and spaces that resonate. They are not just about creating lasting places for their communities. It is also about the many years they have worked with their clients and in turn, the communities they serve. They have developed close, long-term relationship with their clients over decades. The continual development of their services, and of the core sectors they encompass, is the result of listening and responding to the needs of the people who use a space. Whatever the demands of a project, wherever you are on your journey, they are on board, every step of the way.

Summary of the Role

The role would suit someone with minimum 3 years professional experience generating creative design at all stages of projects and have a real passion for preparing technical design and specification information, with the ability to take responsibility for projects within the team.

Requirements:

  • Strong Revit software knowledge
  • 3-5 years of work experience at project stages of RIBA 3-7 is required
  • A passion for sustainable design and architecture with good knowledge of specification writing would be advantageous
  • Good communication skills are required, managing and fostering strong, productive relationships with clients, consultants and contractor teams.

Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills.  This is a great opportunity to join an inclusive, friendly, fun and vibrant studio whose work is award winning.

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Technical Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for a Technical Architect to join an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice. Their team creates buildings, experiences and spaces that resonate. They are not just about creating lasting places for their communities. It is also about the many years they have worked with their clients and in turn, the communities they serve. They have developed close, long-term relationship with their clients over decades. The continual development of their services, and of the core sectors they encompass, is the result of listening and responding to the needs of the people who use a space. Whatever the demands of a project, wherever you are on your journey, they are on board, every step of the way.

Summary of the Role

The role would suit someone with minimum 3 years professional experience generating creative design at all stages of projects and have a real passion for preparing technical design and specification information, with the ability to take responsibility for projects within the team.

Requirements:

  • Strong Revit software knowledge
  • 3-5 years of work experience at project stages of RIBA 3-7 is required
  • A passion for sustainable design and architecture with good knowledge of specification writing would be advantageous
  • Good communication skills are required, managing and fostering strong, productive relationships with clients, consultants and contractor teams.

Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills.  This is a great opportunity to join an inclusive, friendly, fun and vibrant studio whose work is award winning.

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Qualified Architect / Senior Architect
Bristol
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Experienced Architect or Senior Architect required for this global multi-disciplinary design practice in Bristol.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of engineers, architects and designers working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, the MENA region, India, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors and have over 1000 awards for design quality. Their studios are vibrant. They offer thought leadership and inspirational solutions, and they use their engineering ideas to shape design rather than simply implement solutions. They aspire to deliver projects with maximum value for their clients and minimum impact on the planet.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a stimulating working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

Role Summary

The business has number of permanent positions within their Bristol studio for Qualified and Senior Architects. As a major interdisciplinary building design practice of Architects, Engineers, Designers and Urbanists, they offer a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects within interdisciplinary project teams across a variety of sectors.

Key Requirements:

  • At least a couple of years’ experience working as an Architect (post qualification) within a dynamic design organisation.
  • Ideally, experience of using REVIT systems, with the ability to share knowledge with others.
  • Portfolio will demonstrate strong technical knowledge alongside excellent design skills on a range of medium to large scale projects.
  • Display a sound understanding of technical issues.
  • Enjoy working to tight deadlines and have a collaborative team-working style.
  • Work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

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Senior Architect
Cardiff
,
Wales
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a global design practice to work on exciting and high profile Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. They work closely with users, clients, and the community to create special places for living, working, shopping, culture and learning across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and Australia. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Canada, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors including health, education, workplace, retail, urbanism, heritage, housing, transport, leisure, public safety, and energy utilities, having won over 1000 awards for design quality from international and national bodies. The practice has grown to over 1,200 people operating from a collaborative network of city studios, all creative hubs connected to the cities and the regions they serve. Their Cardiff studio offers international design excellence to the southwest and Wales.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions and a great working and social environment.

Summary of the Role

The requirement is for Senior Healthcare Architect with at least five years of experience working as a senior healthcare designer to join their Bristol/Cardiff studio and take a leading role on exciting, high profile healthcare projects.

Key Requirements:

  • Passionate and dedicated architect with excellent design, technical, and software skills who can work collaboratively and productively in design teams, taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion.
  • Your portfolio will demonstrate excellent design skills and a keen interest in innovative clinical design as well as substantial clinical architectural experience.
  • Having delivered a range of medium to large healthcare projects, you will already be working at a senior architect level and will have experience of master planning, 1:200 clinical planning and through to 1:50 equipment planning.
  • You will also be skilled at engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including clients, clinicians, and contractors.
  • You will be skilled at working to tight deadlines and demonstrate a collaborative team working style.
  • You will be able to work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • With strong IT skills, you will have experience in leading and delivering high profile projects within BIM design environments with REVIT the preferred platform.
  • You must be ARB or RIBA Registered

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Senior Architect
Bristol
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a global design practice to work on exciting and high profile Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. They work closely with users, clients, and the community to create special places for living, working, shopping, culture and learning across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and Australia. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Canada, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors including health, education, workplace, retail, urbanism, heritage, housing, transport, leisure, public safety, and energy utilities, having won over 1000 awards for design quality from international and national bodies. The practice has grown to over 1,200 people operating from a collaborative network of city studios, all creative hubs connected to the cities and the regions they serve. Their Bristol studio offers international design excellence to the southwest and Wales and is situated next to College Green, in the heart of the city and close to Temple Meads station.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions and a great working and social environment.

Summary of the Role

The requirement is for Senior Healthcare Architect with at least five years of experience working as a senior healthcare designer to join their Bristol/Cardiff studio and take a leading role on exciting, high profile healthcare projects.

Key Requirements:

  • Passionate and dedicated architect with excellent design, technical, and software skills who can work collaboratively and productively in design teams, taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion.
  • Your portfolio will demonstrate excellent design skills and a keen interest in innovative clinical design as well as substantial clinical architectural experience.
  • Having delivered a range of medium to large healthcare projects, you will already be working at a senior architect level and will have experience of master planning, 1:200 clinical planning and through to 1:50 equipment planning.
  • You will also be skilled at engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including clients, clinicians, and contractors.
  • You will be skilled at working to tight deadlines and demonstrate a collaborative team working style.
  • You will be able to work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • With strong IT skills, you will have experience in leading and delivering high profile projects within BIM design environments with REVIT the preferred platform.
  • You must be ARB or RIBA Registered

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Design Manager
Suffolk
,
East of England
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£50,000 - £60,000
Permanent

Opportunity for a Design Manager with a leading multi-disciplinary design and property consultancy.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They specialise in the delivery of quality, innovative and value-focused projects that bring your visions to life. They are a passionate multi-disciplinary design and property consultancy. Their team of property specialists and designers provide innovative solutions to make places, properties, and people be the best they can be. Over recent years they have been working on projects within Bedford, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Central Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Essex, London, Norfolk and Suffolk.

They are looking for a Design Manager to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate the co-ordination of output designs from feasibility through to construction. The right person will be able to understand and manage the aspirations of the Designer, and the constraints of budget. The successful candidate will have extensive practical experience of construction and knowledge of the design process, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills. They will be able to view the entire design process, problem solve and ensure that practical buildable solutions are embedded into emerging designs that provide best value for their clients.

Summary of the Role

  • Attend /Lead Design Team meetings & Client Engagement meetings
  • Oversee schemes delivered to time, cost and quality measures.
  • Review outputs from multidisciplinary teams, identify and resolve issues
  • Provide input into buildability, innovation and best value
  • Review design information for contractors, comment on, and overcome issues
  • Identify blockages and put in place strategies to
  • Work with lead Designers to scope third party services
  • Audit design information at key stages to ensure exceptional service to their clients.
  • Work with contractors during the 2nd stage pre-construction period.
  • Support procurement during the 2nd stage including information flows.
  • Become an advocate for best practice across the multidisciplinary teams.
  • Create Design Management procedures and gateway control

Requirements

  • HND/Degree in Construction or Design related subject
  • 5 + Years experience of sectors within the construction industry
  • Consultant team management experience
  • Good programming skills using proprietary software
  • Working knowledge of BIM L2 functional requirements
  • Experience of D&B and Traditional Contracts
  • Commercial awareness at all stages of project lifecycle
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Architect
Berkshire
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£30,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Passionate about the Care Sector? Opportunity for an Architect with this award-winning, independent practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

Passionate about the Care Sector? We are working with an award-winning, independent Architectural Practice, providing professional advice and services in architecture. A leader in their field, they have positioned themselves as an Architectural Practice with exclusive focus on design of the highest-quality supported living and care accommodation across the UK.

You will be joining an established practice with over 60 years, proud history working alongside an experienced and devoted team of 30 architects that is already a preferred partner for over 200 clients across the UK and has a solid reputation in the industry.

 

Summary of Role:

The role requires the design and management of various projects for the design of new buildings, the spaces in and around them as well as the restoration, refurbishment and conservation of older buildings. In addition, the role necessitates developing new ways of re-purposing existing buildings in order to produce successful schemes with a commercial viability whilst also maintaining and being sensitive to the original building heritage. Involvement in construction projects will be from the earliest stages right through to completion.

The role works under the direction of a director or other senior members of the practice but minimal supervision and independent working is expected.

 

Ideal candidate:

  • Registered with the Architects Registration Board with at least 2/3 years post qualification experience.
  • Experience using software packages such as Revit, AutoCAD and Google Sketch Up
  • Have good drawing skills, with the ability to work in three dimensions (3D)
  • A valid UK driving license
  • Candidates should be able to demonstrate a high level of drawing ability to work in 3D along with a solid visual awareness and an eye for detail.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
  • Knowledge of UK Building regulations and planning application process. 
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Senior Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£50,000 - £60,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Architect with one of the top global design firms.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

With hundreds of award-winning projects annually, our client is ranked as one of the top global design firms. 

2,500 employees located in 24 offices around the world the global practice works on a variety of sectors is recognized as one of the industry’s preeminent sustainable design firms due to its innovative research, design tools, and expertise.  

 

Summary of Role:

We are seeking Senior and Intermediate licensed Architects with large scale, high-end office buildings experience in London. Project responsibility for planning, development and execution of technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing and coordinating project team assignments.

Design:
  • Works in tandem with designers to coordinate design development and construction documents.
  • Advanced understanding of planning, programming and design principles and methods.
  • Understands and responds to the technical implications of design decisions.
  • Facilitates firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability. 
  • Help prepare detailed drawings and mentor junior staff.

Technical:
  • Directs production of schematic, design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Manager.
  • Coordinates project documentation execution,construction plans and details, insuring quality control and completion.
  • Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
  • Understands and coordinates engineering systems relevant to projects.
  • Reviews shop drawings, material samples and CD’s for conformance with design.
  • Conducts and documents field observations to monitor progress of construction.
  • Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, etc.).
  • Prepares reports and specifications; reviews completed reports, plans, cost estimates and calculations.
  • Executes applicable agency review analysis(accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.).    

Management:
  • May establish architectural budget, task schedule and other components of the project work plan with project manager.
  • Directs or coordinates production of construction documents, drawings and specifications in compliance with project scope, schedule and cost.
  • Implements meeting objectives, facilitates meetings and provides documentation in collaboration with Project Manager.
  • May participate in marketing, client and owner presentations.
  • Directs, organizes and mentors junior staff with responsibility oversight of their assignments.

Education:
  • Post graduate qualification in Architecture
  • Professional qualification in Architecture (Part III)
  • Professional registration (ARB or equivalent)
  •  

Experience:
  • Experienced in all phases of project design, construction documentation production and construction materials.
  • Project delivery experience on £20M+ schemes.
  • Familiar with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
  • Understanding of project management process.
  • Ability to apply CAD and interpret and review CAD drawings.
  • Revit knowledge and experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to direct or coordinate work efforts of junior staff.
  • Collaborative and professional work ethic.

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Intermediate Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £47,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Intermediate Architect with one of the top global design firms.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

With hundreds of award-winning projects annually, our client is ranked as one of the top global design firms. 

2,500 employees located in 24 offices around the world the global practice works on a variety of sectors is recognized as one of the industry’s preeminent sustainable design firms due to its innovative research, design tools, and expertise.  

 

Summary of Role:

We are seeking Senior and Intermediate licensed Architects with large scale, high-end office buildings experience in London. Project responsibility for planning, development and execution of technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing and coordinating project team assignments.

Design:
  • Works in tandem with designers to coordinate design development and construction documents.
  • Advanced understanding of planning, programming and design principles and methods.
  • Understands and responds to the technical implications of design decisions.
  • Facilitates firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability. 
  • Help prepare detailed drawings and mentor junior staff.

Technical:
  • Directs production of schematic, design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Manager.
  • Coordinates project documentation execution,construction plans and details, insuring quality control and completion.
  • Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
  • Understands and coordinates engineering systems relevant to projects.
  • Reviews shop drawings, material samples and CD’s for conformance with design.
  • Conducts and documents field observations to monitor progress of construction.
  • Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, etc.).
  • Prepares reports and specifications; reviews completed reports, plans, cost estimates and calculations.
  • Executes applicable agency review analysis(accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.).    

Management:
  • May establish architectural budget, task schedule and other components of the project work plan with project manager.
  • Directs or coordinates production of construction documents, drawings and specifications in compliance with project scope, schedule and cost.
  • Implements meeting objectives, facilitates meetings and provides documentation in collaboration with Project Manager.
  • May participate in marketing, client and owner presentations.
  • Directs, organizes and mentors junior staff with responsibility oversight of their assignments.

Education:
  • Post graduate qualification in Architecture
  • Professional qualification in Architecture (Part III)
  • Professional registration (ARB or equivalent)
  •  

Experience:
  • Experienced in all phases of project design, construction documentation production and construction materials.
  • Project delivery experience on £20M+ schemes.
  • Familiar with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems.
  • Understanding of project management process.
  • Ability to apply CAD and interpret and review CAD drawings.
  • Revit knowledge and experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to direct or coordinate work efforts of junior staff.
  • Collaborative and professional work ethic.

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