The use of virtual reality in urban design: enhancing the image of Al-Ain City, UAE

This study aims at exploring the rapid growth of the use of Virtual Reality techniques in the field of uban design with application to the Al-Ain City in Dubai, UAE. Currently, Virtual Reality and Virtual Environments are the most growing fields of information technology and have a great media attention. There is evidence to suggest that the use of such technology will enhance conceivable image of any proposed project at any urban setting for users, designers and clients. Therefore, city...