Imagine that you have scheduled a visit to an important building for the history of architecture, a reference work for all enthusiasts. Probably you would equip yourself with a camera or a good cell phone, take a pencil, notebook and even a measuring tape to record all its aspects.
However, this is not the only way to “visit” a building of historical importance nowadays or, at least, that is what some researchers are trying to show. The metaverse is being explored for its role in architecture and culture preservation, embracing different generations.
Some important historic buildings have been recreated in the metaverse. The replicas, known as “digital twins”, are developed through a careful survey of the building, using technologies such as laser scanners and telescopic tripods. The result is a highly detailed 3D image, a “cloud of points” that – when well-crafted – differs by just a few millimeters from actual dimensions.
