In attempting to study the maps created and used during spatial design, we could not find a suitable framework or theory that describes the spatial design process—and the actual concrete actions involved—with the necessary degree of clarity and simplicity. Despite sharing many elements, existing theories focus on different aspects of spatial design. They thus complement each other but also leave inconsistencies and unclear relationships between concepts of the theories.
Therefore, we set out to propose our own conceptual framework that—in true cartographer fashion—synthesises the ideas of the previously proposed theories in a simple and consistent manner, but without losing their essence. Hopefully, we will be able to publish it soon.
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