jueves, 8 de julio de 2010

Maps: Making Complexity simple

The maps locate us in space. Here is a clear example: The Moscow metro map

"It took almost four years to develop this new map. We aimed to make it recognizable, yet truly novel, to be able to satisfy both passengers’ demands and design requirements. The final design is a flexible graphics system that allows creating a whole range of maps of various size and complexity."

"We paid particular attention to how the stations are arranged—we employed mnemonic hints along with thoroughly balanced overall design. If one station on the map appears above the other, whether on the same metro line or at an interchange, it is actually further to the north."
(Click over image to see full map)



"Complex interchanges are represented by rings, which makes them more legible and rhymes with the ring line"

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