Haverkort – METAPHORICAL METRO MAPS 2022

Description

Authored by Herman Haverkort from the University of Bonn, this comprehensive 15-page academic paper, published recently in a standard scholarly format, delves into the complex design challenges of metaphorical metro maps. It meticulously presents a framework for analyzing diverse use cases, richly illustrated with numerous real-world examples, including maps of Roman roads, scientific lineages, movie genres, and Brexit issues, along with conceptual diagrams and a summary table. This work offers crucial insights into optimizing metro map metaphors for clarity and effectiveness, addressing potential confusions, and guiding future manual and automated design efforts. Supported by 38 references, it provides a rigorous, up-to-date resource for researchers and practitioners in data visualization and information design.