Web Trend Map 4
Sunday, 12 April 2009
Information design is an area of design with the objective of preparing and presenting data in a model that can be deduced by a reader or viewer effectively and efficiently. The result should always be accurate, intuitive, informational and useful. Of course, since this process of presenting data involves organising, labeling and visualising information, information graphics should be neat and aesthetically pleasing. However they are certainly not meant to be looked at as works of art. Unfortunately, this is a trend I see. While I am not discrediting all those who have dabbled in this area (myself included), I worry that the intent of this field is eroding. Am I wrong in believing this?
I shall leave you to form your opinion with the following project from Information Architects. It is the fourth and latest iteration of their highly popular Web Trend Map series: Web Trend Map 4.