Demetra Alexandrou Email demetra.alexandrou@gmail.com Phone 0402 740 059
ECO TOURIST RESORT - Enhancing Perception… Virtually. Virtual architecture, intruding on the real thing... Virtual Reality (VR) has become the speculation of the future of architecture and how it will affect the process of design, what kinds of new environments will be possible, and what the architect’s new role will be. There is now a certain awareness of being able to look beyond the conventional modes of architectural visualisation presentation methods and intrude on the ‘real thing’. The project development is set on 64 acres of land, with a concept of an Ecological retreat in harmony with the unique natural habitat, the farming use of the land and the local community. The guiding principle of the project is to portray, foster and nurture the forest and natural habitat, as well as encourage visitors to explore the valley and local infrastructure virtually.
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In order to create the peace, tranquillity and visual impact; CryEngine 3 gaming software is being used to create a Real-Time virtual environment. This environment portrays the preservation and enhancement of the existing forests and proposed development on the site. Other software such as 3DS Max and Google Sketchup are also being used to design and create the main building ‘Bellingen Conference Centre’ as well as the 18 two bedroom cabins on site.