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They can work closely with the clients to make sure that every detail of the property is crafted as per their
requirements.
Using VR for Architectural Designing
Architects can use VR at different stagesof the design process. At an initial stage, it can be used in a non-
photorealistic room to get an idea of spatial relationships and massing. It can play a very important role, from
designing to construction process, from evaluating design options and demonstrating proposals, to designing out
errors and ironing out construction and serviceability issues before starting on site.
Interesting VR videos can be made for client presentations to make the experience hyper real. VR videos of soft
sunlight piercing down through the windows, and chirping sound of birds can make the presentation worthwhile.
Mobile VR architecture solutions using mobile phones and cardboard headsets are also popularly used these days.
Efficient utilization of VR demands a fair amount of expertise in the field. One has to find the required time to learn
and develop VR device handling skills while experimenting with the technology.
VR application has reached another level with the arrival of many new VR technologies. These can be very much
beneficial to architectural firms. VR applications can optimize the delivery of buildings by providing greater
efficiencies at all stages of the building lifecycle. Currently, much importance is given on VR usage to impress
clients, but its true power will be realized when the architect or engineer takes control, making it an essential and
unified tool for design.
Using VR to design the feel and function of the concept will take designing to a whole new level. Architects can be
inside their own design and will be able to feel it first-hand. VR will add a new meaning to designing and
prototyping while architects will incorporate it into their engineering procedures.
In order to make it a closer reality, VR needs to be quick and easy, and should be easily controlled by engineers and
architects. They should be able to take the building blue prints and designs to the VR environment at the click of a
button in order to make the correct decision at the correct moment.
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