Open AccessVirtual Reality in Design Processes
Author(s) -
Ingri Strand
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
formakademisk
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.225
H-Index - 3
ISSN - 1890-9515
DOI - 10.7577/formakademisk.3874
Subject(s) - virtual reality , computer science , architecture , human–computer interaction , engineering design process , engineering , mechanical engineering , art , visual arts
Virtual Reality (VR) opens new possibilities in the fields of architecture, design and engineering. If combined with Building Information Modelling (BIM) or simpler 3D models, it could be possible to walk into buildings not yet built or to examine designed objects in three dimensions before they are made. This literature review examines studies in which VR was used in architecture, design and engineering as part of design processes. The review highlights promising benefits, such as increased understanding of complex issues concerning design tasks, size and dimensions. At the same time, several challenges are revealed, such as the inability of VR-systems to offer satisfactory functionalities for sketching and designing. Finally, the author discusses how VR can be implemented in relevant subjects in lower and upper secondary school.