Determination of virtual reality as an architectural tool

Abstract

The subject of study is the phenomenon of "virtual reality" in architectural industry. The article provides an overview of VR (virtual reality) ideas in the connection with science, philosophy and architecture. The flow of metaphorical content at various levels of the humanitarian approach is examined in detail. The article focuses on the theoretical issues of the emergence of the term, the characteristic features of VR and interaction with architectural foundations, as a new trend, both philosophical and fundamental theories. Also, there is considered a new concept of digital and technical thinking as a modern innovative method of researching shaping within the boundaries of virtual reality. The article presents difference between "3D" architecture, virtual architecture, and augmented reality