Designing and learning within the design: A case study of principles for designing and teaching 3D virtual worlds

N. Gu*, L. F. Gül, M. L. Maher

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Abstract

Within most architecture and design schools, 3D virtual worlds are traditionally perceived and used as a CAAD tool for modelling and collaboration. Building on the understanding of virtual worlds as the extension of our physical environments where people can inhabit and participate in a variety of activities, we teach designing virtual worlds as a design subject which considers 3D virtual worlds as a different kind of environment design other than a technical tool for supporting design simulation and collaboration. This paper reports on our teaching experience, as well as discusses the principles for designing and teaching in 3D virtual worlds.

Original languageEnglish
Pages127-132
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 2007
Externally publishedYes
Event12th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2007 - Nanjing, China
Duration: 19 Apr 200721 Apr 2007

Conference

Conference12th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2007
Country/TerritoryChina
CityNanjing
Period19/04/0721/04/07

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