Mapping + data visualisation
University of Nicosia Natasa Christou Feb. 2015
Why is it useful? - Maps carry critical information - Maps are useful tools for research - Maps can help you communicate (descriptive, analytical, predictable, observational)
- Simple interpretation of reality - Can be the used for the exploration of design program - Helpful to support your argument/proposal
Methods of Mapping Mapping Types
Referenced (Objective Reality)
Thematic* (Subjective Observation)
Methods of Mapping integrated Thematic*
Referenced (Objective Reality)
(Subjective Observation)
a.Geological
b.Geographical
1.Sensorial
5.SocioCultural
Concerns
c.Political Maps
d.Cultural
2.Personal
4.Economical
3. Time Related
Ways to bridge The gab Between geometrics + information
Lenntorp 1976: Analysis of Time + Space + Activity
University of Belfast: Analysis of Density + Space + Use
Carlo Ratti's SenseAble City lab: Space + Cell phone usage mapping
Southern California Institute : Sound + Space Mapping
Southern California Institute : Sound + Space Mapping
University of Westminster : Pollution + Space
University of Westminster: Movement + Program Development Mapping
University of Bath: Geological + Information Mapping
Moritz Stefaner : Map your Moves _ Interactive Mapping
Opte Project : First Real Time Internet Map
Architectural Association: Mapping Information
Architectural Association: Meta Diagrams- Data + Spatial Information
Tips for creative mapping: - Gather your research information (image, text, maps etc.) - Build your communication strategy - Pick your scale/ metrics - Research on infographic data visualisation samples - Pick a method - Start testing/ improving (digital + analogue ) - Validate with others the communication of your map
Always find a unique way to present‌.
http://www.visualising.org
http://www.visualcomplexity.com/vc/
Other Useful Links
Mapping – Data Visualisation Libraries: http://www.visualcomplexity.com/vc/ http://www.visualising.org Time- Space Mapping: http://www.slideshare.net/jeroenvanschaick/schaickurbanbodymappingtimespace02 http://bba-studio.tumblr.com/ Visual Ethnography: http://lsecities.net/objects/research-projects/ordinary-streets http://www.urbanconflicts.arct.cam.ac.uk/publications/photo-essays Various Students Mapping Examples (Pinterest): https://www.pinterest.com/nicktrish/architectural-mapping/