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Virtual reality for architecture is a technology that allows exploring and modifying BIM projects in immersive three-dimensional environments before their realization. Thanks to VR headsets like Meta Quest 3, HTC Vive Pro 2, or Pico, architects and designers can navigate inside 3D models, perceive the real scale of spaces, evaluate materials, lighting, and proportions, offering clients an engaging experience of the project still in the development phase.

The dynamic integration between BIM software and VR technologies occurs through specialized platforms that convert 3D models into navigable immersive experiences. Solutions like Edificius allow direct import of architectural projects while preserving geometries, metadata, and design information, enabling real-time modifications visible instantly in the virtual environment without the need for complex conversions or lengthy rendering.

The main benefits of VR in architecture include:

• Realistic space evaluation: Accurate perception of scales, proportions, and spatial relationships in 1:1 format
• Real-time modifications: Ability to move objects, change materials, and remove architectural elements while navigating the VR environment
• Engaging client presentations: Immersive experiences that improve project understanding by up to 81% compared to traditional methods
• Early error detection: Identification of design conflicts and issues before the construction phase, reducing rework by up to 50%

Yes, advanced VR technologies like VRiBIM allow direct editing of the BIM model from the immersive virtual reality environment. During VR navigation, it is possible to:

• Add or remove architectural elements
• Move furniture objects by grabbing them with controllers
• Access 3D object libraries to insert new elements
• Modify lighting scenes (natural and artificial)
• View dynamic updates synchronized with the authoring BIM software
• Measurement and dimensional verification
• 1:1 scale measurement tools
• Real-time clearance, height, and distance verification

This bidirectional workflow enables immediate feedback on design choices and real-time evaluation of modification feasibility.

Absolutely yes. VR is particularly effective for interior design and interior projects thanks to:

• Residential space evaluation:
  Realistic perception of room dimensions, ceiling heights, proportions, natural lighting simulation at different times of day, circulation and movement flow verification
• Furniture and finishes customization:
  Real-time movement of furniture and furnishings with VR controllers, instant material, texture, and color changes, access to 3D object libraries (furniture, decorations, accessories)
• Specific applications:
  Kitchen design with ergonomics and accessibility verification, bathroom design with sanitary ware and finishes simulation, commercial setups (restaurants, retail, offices), green spaces and garden design at real scale
• Effective client presentations:
  The client "lives" the space before realization, on-request modifications during the presentation, immediate choices on finishes and furnishing solutions, reduced misunderstandings and site variations, Software like Edificius includes dedicated interior design features with specialized libraries

YES. With Edificius you no longer need multiple software solutions for your architectural design. With a single software you can now deal with architecture, outdoor spaces and gardens, interior design, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

Terrain and land modeling, together with outdoor spaces and gardens design aspects, are specific Edificius functions available in a dedicated environment integrated in the software.

The modeling of MEP systems (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) are specific Edificius functions available in a dedicated environment integrated in the software.

You can integrate Edificius with a wide range of ACCA software solutions.

You have dynamic integration features with Sketchup^®, Grasshopper^®, Revit^® and Blender^® for modeling free-form solids.

Also use the full power of a native 2D and 3D DWG CAD software, Edificius CAD, included for free in Edificius.

Import and export the architectural BIM model in the IFC format. Get topographic and land survey data directly from Google Maps™ satellite imagery.

Yes, AIrBIMpro2 rendering technology with Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already integrated in Edificius.

Yes, the RTBIM Real-Time Rendering (RTR) technology is provided in both Edificius with the optional RTBIM module.

Yes, the VRiBIM immersive Virtual Reality (VR) technology can be integrated in Edificius with the optional VRiBIM module.

YES. With Edificius you can collaborate in the BIM process in complete safety because it has obtained certification by buildingSMART.

BIM (Building Information Modeling) is increasingly a reality that involves collaboration, interoperability and coordination between the various stakeholders of the construction industry. With Edificius you can collaborate securely with all the best Authoring and BIM Tools certified by Building Smart International.