Keywords: building information modeling, immersive virtual reality, systems integration.

Abstract: Based on the advancement in information and computational technologies (ICT), Building Information Modeling (BIM) now offers collaboration with additional applications that can improve the use of 3D modeling. One way to make the 3D platform more effective is to integrate models to virtual environment, where users can walk through the design in its infancy. Immersive Virtual Reality (VR) offers high levels of interactivity and visualization for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry when successfully utilized with BIM. The question here is how to achieve a successful connection between BIM and VR to present a dynamic demonstration of real-case complex models. This paper aims to develop a conceptual map, which presents the successful integration of BIM and VR systems. The methodology will include the development of a 3D model, evaluation and improvement of the design for VR purposes, and integration of BIM and VR systems. The integrated BIM-VR system will offer a virtual mock up assess and enhance BIM by designers, contractors, as well as users of buildings. The results will include the development steps of the BIM-VR system and its testing through virtual walk-throughs.

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