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design trends | viewpoint

A VIRTUAL REALITY WORLD
Sheila McCusker takes a look at the role of CGI in architecture and design

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can be invaluable in such instances, providing reassurance

assisting architects, interior designers
decisions at an earlier stage in the
design process, they can be critical to
the planning process for their power

the local authority.
preparation of CGIs of internal spaces for interior design

help the designer decide how best to furnish and dress a

opportunity.

specialised skill and at the photorealistic end of the scale this

CGIs can be labour intensive to produce, particularly at

online, by phone or through visits by developers and agents
Sheila McCusker, Director at MSMR Architects,

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