In this digital era, virtual reality has emerged as a transformative tool across various educational fields. However, its application within interior design education remains relatively underexplored. This study examined the past studies related to the integration of VR in interior design and identified key trends. It addressed two primary research questions: (1) What were the relevant past studies concerning the application of VR in interior design? and (2) What were the prevailing trends in research on VR and interior design? Methodologically, a literature review of academic databases was conducted. The researcher focused on publications from 2020 to 2024. It resulted in 16 past studies. The findings identified VR’s potential to enhance spatial awareness, foster creativity, and support sustainable design practices by enabling virtual testing of design choices. These implications underscored VR’s capacity to transform interior design education by providing immersive learning experiences and facilitating client engagement in professional practice. In conclusion, while VR showed significant promise for advancing interior design, further research into its cost-effectiveness and accessibility is recommended to optimise its adoption across educational and professional contexts.
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