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Pierpaolo Ruttico is a researcher working at the intersection of construction robotics, human-robot collaboration, and innovative building systems. His work focuses on automating and augmenting traditional construction processes, with particular emphasis on masonry, timber systems, and the integration of digital technologies into architectural practice. Ruttico's most significant contribution is the BRIX system, an autonomous robotic platform for brick wall construction designed for deployment directly on construction sites — a paper that has garnered 18 citations since its 2024 publication, reflecting strong early interest from the construction robotics community. Building on this foundation, he has explored augmented reality-assisted bricklaying workflows that blend human intelligence with robotic precision, addressing the limitations of fully automated systems in uncertain, real-world environments. His Bric-a-Brick project extends this human-centered philosophy, reimagining the bricklayer's role through ergonomic design and cost-effective collaborative prototypes. Beyond robotics, Ruttico has contributed to sustainable timber construction through the LokAlp system, a modular building approach utilizing CLT and GLT industrial off-cuts to promote circularity. With roots tracing back to foundational writing on robots in architecture in 2017, his career reflects a sustained commitment to making construction smarter, safer, and more adaptable.