Interior Design Studio in the New Normal Era: A Virtual Reality Case Study

Abstract

This paper presented the case study of using Virtual Reality (VR) to elevate interest, engagement, and creativity in an interior design studio in the new normal era. Via the case-study approach, the author studied the VR experience of 13 students using Gravity Sketch in Meta/Oculus Quest 2 headsets to design a custom luminaire. Results showed an overall high interest and engagement regarding the VR experience, a moderate increase in novelty, and a significant increase in style for creativity.