How to create Aperture-like folder structure for referenced files?

Hello,
I've just been exploring the "Relocate Masters for Project" option to take a project's master out of the Library. I like the option to (say) create subfolders at the destination based on image year, month, day.
My question is whether there is any way to leverage this capability through an Automator function? The following is the type of workflow I'm trying to achieve upon execution of the Automator or Apple Script:
1. Select source folder (e.g., SD Card)
2. New or Existing Project? (if new, enter name. If existing, select from list)
3. Import into Library or Reference?
4. If Reference, select destination folder. Present option to create subfolders and option (e.g., image year, month, day).
I have seen the Hot Folder Import script (http://automator.us/aperture/example-04.html). It seems to do 1-3, but not 4.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Tony.

It is a problem I have thought over at length and still feel what I use could be better. You are doing it the right way around researching before you start, as moving files once things are underway can course real problems. One issue is the use of similar assets across site(s), and version control if you have multiple versions of the same asset.
Can not say I have built a site(s) of that size but would recommend putting together a flow chart to help visualise the structure and find out better ways organising (works for me). Good luck, post back with your solution.

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