Biomimicry is redefining the design, architecture, and construction industries by transforming biological principles into innovative solutions that optimize structural, energy, and environmental performance. This study identifies the organisms and natural systems that inspire the industry, establishing patterns, trends, and key applications. Through a systematic literature review, 70 studies documenting bio-inspired applications in materials, structures, and construction systems were analyzed. The findings are organized into a categorization of organisms based on their biological group and a detailed classification according to imitation criteria—form, function, structure, and process—highlighting their applications in the built environment. The results demonstrate the convergence between technology and nature, underscoring the potential of biomimicry for the development of a more sustainable and resilient industry. Furthermore, this study identifies the most recurring sources of inspiration and the main lines of interest in the implementation of biomimetic strategies in construction, consolidating its role as a key tool for the architecture of the future. Based on these findings, the research proposes a biomimetic design framework that aligns architectural needs with suitable imitation strategies and biological analogs, offering a practical tool to guide decision making in the early design phases.

Biomimicry is redefining the design, architecture, and construction industries by transforming biological principles into innovative solutions that optimize structural, energy, and environmental efficiency. This study identifies the organisms and natural systems that inspire the industry, establishing patterns, trends, and key applications. Through a systematic literature review, 70 studies documenting bio-inspired applications in materials, structures, and construction systems are analyzed. The findings are organized into a categorization of organisms based on their biological group and a detailed classification according to imitation criteria (form, function, structure, and process), highlighting their applications in the built environment. The results demonstrate the convergence between technology and nature, underscoring the potential of biomimicry for the development of a more sustainable and resilient industry. Furthermore, the study identifies the most recurring sources of inspiration and the main lines of interest in the implementation of biomimetic strategies in construction, consolidating its role as a key tool for the architecture of the future.

In the field of rehabilitation exoskeletons, addressing the needs of users and healthcare professionals is essential for the development of effective medical technologies. This study presents a user-centered evaluation of the ARTH-aid ExoGlove, a proposed rehabilitation device for muscle atrophy caused by rheumatoid arthritis. This study assesses usability and user experience through therapist and patient feedback, focusing on ergonomic and functional aspects. Ensuring compliance with usability and adaptability criteria is crucial before implementation to enhance effectiveness in clinical settings. While this study includes user feedback, further technical validation and refinement of the system are needed. The findings provide insights into patients’ perceptions of usability and impact on mobility, as well as therapists’ perspectives on its potential integration into rehabilitation protocols. These results highlight the importance of iterative validation and reinforce the role of rehabilitation technologies in complementing traditional therapeutic approaches and advancing patient-centered innovation in biomedical design.

The construction industry remains one of the main contributors to environmental degradation due to its high material consumption and massive waste generation. This study introduces Granizzo, a hybrid methodological framework that integrates artificial intelligence (AI), parametric design, and digital fabrication to transform construction and demolition waste (CDW) into sustainable architectural mosaics. The workflow involves material selection, AI-driven classification of fragments, generative design algorithms for pattern optimization, and CNC-based experimental prototyping. A dataset comprising brick, cement, marble, glass, and stone fragments was analyzed using a Random Forest classifier, achieving an average accuracy above 90%. Parametric design algorithms based on circle packing and tessellation achieved up to 92% surface coverage, reducing voids and optimizing formal diversity compared to manually assembled mosaics. Prototypes fabricated with CNC molds exhibited 35% shorter assembly times and 20% fewer voids, confirming the technical feasibility of the proposed process. A preliminary Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) revealed measurable environmental benefits in energy savings and CO₂ reduction. The findings suggest that Granizzo constitutes a replicable methodological platform that merges digital precision and sustainable materiality, enabling a circular approach to architectural production and aligning with contemporary challenges of design innovation, material reuse, and computational creativity.

The intensified urbanization process of recent decades has highlighted the need to plan cities, suitably considering people's mobility. The goal of this article is to analyze the mobility conditions of Ambato city center using a sustainability approach. The methodology used was based on a theoretical review and analysis of official documents, fieldwork, and observation records. The results were obtained by analyzing objective and technical variables that show the study area's potentialities and weaknesses to develop active and less polluting modes of transport. A reflection on the characteristics of pedestrians, cyclists, and mass public transport is presented to propose management strategies that aim at strengthening the current mobility model.