Homivue

Inspiration

Open houses are fast, crowded, and often overwhelming. I wanted to create a way for homebuyers to revisit a property anytime, from anywhere, and get a deeper feel for the space before making a big decision.

What it does

Homivue lets users step back into homes using immersive VR built on Google’s photorealistic 3D maps. Inside, they can take snapshots, leave emoji reactions and comments, and see what others have shared in specific rooms. This adds emotional feedback to the viewing experience.

How I built it

I used Geospatial Creator with Google Maps Platform APIs, combining ARCore with Street View anchors and Unity to align real-world locations with virtual walkthroughs. Google’s photorealistic 3D tiles gave me the realism needed to ground each tour in an actual place.

Challenges I ran into

It was tricky to anchor reactions accurately inside a home setting. I had to design a spatial system that felt natural and intuitive for viewers, without overwhelming them with interface clutter.

Accomplishments that I am proud of

Homivue gives buyers the ability to return to a space virtually, even after the open house ends. It also helps surface shared insights that people might not think to ask about during a quick tour.

What I learned

Using geospatial APIs for storytelling and spatial memory creates a more engaging way to explore locations. I gained a deeper understanding of how VR and AR can serve both emotional and practical needs in real estate.

What's next for GeoMe

Add features for real estate agents to upload and customize interior views Show multiple homes in the same session for side-by-side comparison Turn reactions into visual heatmaps showing what buyers loved most

Built With

• geospatialcreator
• photorealstic
• unity