Visual Quality Assessment on the Vista Landscape of Beijing Central Axis Using VR Panoramic Technology

A new framework for assessing the visual quality of historic cityscapes, combining VR panoramic technology with the SBE-SD evaluation method, reveals that the middle section of Beijing's Central Axis ranks highest in scenic beauty, followed by the northern and southern sections. Key influencing factors include color coordination, spatial openness, symmetry, building hierarchy, texture regularity, and visual dominance of landmarks. This quantitative approach bridges subjective perception and objective environmental analysis, offering a replicable methodology for heritage conservation and urban renewal.

Hu, X., Liu, Y., Yu, G., Xu, M., & Ge, X. (2026). Visual Quality Assessment on the Vista Landscape of Beijing Central Axis Using VR Panoramic Technology. Buildings, 16(2), 315. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings16020315