AI-Driven Innovations for Sustainable Healthcare Architecture in Developing Countries and Remote Areas: Enhancing Efficiency through Futuristic Design

Esraa Elazab, Assistant Professor of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, EgyptFollow
Ahmed Eltawil, Assistant Professor of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Delta University for Science and Technology, EgyptFollow

Abstract

Access to healthcare in developing countries and remote areas remains a critical challenge due to geographic isolation, inadequate infrastructure, and limited medical resources. Communities in these regions face significant barriers in obtaining timely and adequate healthcare services, exacerbating public health issues. In response, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, offering solutions that enhance healthcare systems by optimizing operational workflows, reducing human error, and improving resource management. When combined with sustainable design principles, AI-driven innovations provide a comprehensive approach to healthcare access and environmental sustainability. This paper presents a conceptual design proposal for a futuristic healthcare station aimed at overcoming healthcare challenges in underserved regions. The proposed design integrates AI-powered mobile healthcare units, modular equipment, and nanomaterials to create a sustainable, adaptable, and energy-efficient healthcare facility. These mobile units are equipped to deliver a wide range of medical services directly to remote communities, supported by AI systems that optimize energy consumption, resource management, and patient flow. Originally recognized in the 2017 UIA-PHG Healthcare Facility of the Future Competition, this design has since evolved with advancements in AI technologies and sustainable materials, making its realization increasingly feasible. The results of the design process indicate that the proposed healthcare station has the potential to significantly improve healthcare accessibility in remote regions while promoting environmental sustainability. By integrating cutting-edge AI and sustainable materials, the design offers a scalable solution for delivering efficient healthcare services in diverse environmental conditions.

Keywords

AI, Sustainable design, Healthcare architecture, Futuristic design

Recommended Citation

Elazab, Esraa and Eltawil, Ahmed (2026) "AI-Driven Innovations for Sustainable Healthcare Architecture in Developing Countries and Remote Areas: Enhancing Efficiency through Futuristic Design," HBRC Journal: Vol. 22: Iss. 1, Article 20.
Available at: https://journal.hbrc.edu.eg/journal/vol22/iss1/20