Virtual architecture has evolved significantly over time as technology has advanced. Here are some key developments:
1. 3D Modeling – In the early 1990s, 3D modeling became widely accessible to architecture professionals, enabling them to create intricate digital versions of real-world buildings.
2. Virtual Reality – With the advent of VR technology in the late 1990s, architects could create immersive virtual environments that allowed them to experience their designs in a whole new way.
3. Augmented Reality – In the early 2000s, AR technology became popular, allowing architects to overlay digital elements onto real-world environments and see how their designs would interact with the surrounding area.
4. Building Information Modeling (BIM) – BIM software emerged in the mid-2000s and it enabled architects to create a database of building information in a digital model, including precise measurements, materials, and other building components.
5. Virtual Collaboration – The past decade has seen a rise in online collaboration tools, making it easier for architects to work together remotely in virtual environments.
Overall, virtual architecture has become more refined and sophisticated over time, allowing architects to create more realistic, immersive, and complex designs.
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