فهرست نشریات علمی دسترسی آزاد ایران

The creation of a sense of place is a fundamental goal in architecture, shaping how individuals perceive and connect with their surroundings. As architectural practices transition into dematerialized spaces, traditional approaches face challenges in defining and fostering this concept. In Human-Computer Interaction, the “sense of presence” describes the user’s experience of being in a virtual environment; however, its relationship to the sense of place remains ambiguous. This review aims to explore and differentiate these concepts within the context of virtual environments by synthesizing insights from architecture, psychology, and cognitive science. A systematic review methodology was employed, drawing from peer-reviewed articles published between 2018 and 2024 across architecture, HCI, and cognitive science databases. Studies were selected based on relevance to multisensory feedback, presence, place-making, and virtual experience design. Data were extracted, thematically analyzed, and synthesized to build a coherent framework linking presence, place, and multisensory interaction. The analysis reveals that multisensory techniques, specifically visual, auditory, and haptic feedback significantly enhance the sense of presence, fostering deeper emotional and cognitive engagement. However, critical gaps persist, including limited cross-sensory integration, a lack of longitudinal studies evaluating the durability of presence, and insufficient inclusivity for diverse user populations. This review provides a conceptual framework advocating for personalized, inclusive, and multisensory approaches to virtual environment design. By bridging architectural theory and HCI, the study highlights the need for sustainable strategies that transform dematerialized spaces into meaningful environments deeply connected to human experience. These findings have significant implications for advancing the use of virtual environments in education, therapy, and entertainment sectors.