The design of civic buildings, from fire stations to health centers, has gone high-tech in San Francisco with the use of virtual reality and real-time rendering tools. The San Francisco Public Works Bureau of Architecture now can let clients, in this case other city departments, “walk through” buildings and get a feel for the space using virtual reality technology. Design changes can be made instantly based on feedback. The benefits are many: architects can communicate their designs more clearly by offering clients an immersive experience; design decisions can be made quicker and with more confidence; ideas can be worked through at scale; and workflow can be expedited. Session presenters will share which software and equipment works best, how to minimize people using virtual reality goggles from experiencing motion sickness, and how to find the right balance of design elements for a virtual reality tour to keep the focus on the most important aspects of the envisioned project.

Proficiency Level

Applied

Learning Objectives
  1. Incorporate technology into the project design process
  2. Develop staff expertise in emerging technology
  3. Bolster client confidence and understanding

Contributor/Source

Svetlana Kortova;William Lam;Seiya Okada

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