Here, we will successively add definitions of relevant terms and concepts.
Cartographic style refers to both, the overall style of the map and the style of individual map objects. Illustrative cartographic styles refer to a specific type of cartographic styles. We define them as non-photorealistic, stylised, or artistic cartographic styles with a medium level of abstraction. Full Definition
Spatial design is an essential creative activity and framework for processes addressing wicked problems in spatial planning. Its purpose is to create, visualise, and test possible solutions but also to generate knowledge about the problem itself. Full Definition
Wicked problems are the opposite of good problems. For good problems, the question, the allowed paths for solving the problem, as well as the goal to be reached are clearly defined. Examples of good problems are playing a game of chess or solving a mathematical equation. For wicked problems, the opposite is the case. Full Definition