Trapped between lines – Terra incognita of alternative border visualizations: in search for a new cartographic language
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2024-04-30
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This master's thesis explores alternative cartographic representations of borders beyond traditional line-based depictions. Inspired by previous work on diverse cartographic visualizations, the study focuses specifically on reimagining border representations. It acknowledges the significance of borders as not just imaginary lines but as real and influential constructs in society. Through qualitative research using (visual) grounded theory, alternative maps are analyzed to uncover a more inclusive and diverse visual language for borders. The research reveals the multidimensionality of alternative border visualizations, considering diverse perspectives, border experiences, and cartographic practices. It emphasizes the need to move beyond one-dimensional representations towards a more nuanced and dynamic understanding of borders. The findings propose a new visual language for alternative borders, highlighting humanity, connectivity, and mobility. The study concludes that borders are plural and dynamic, requiring representations that capture their complexity. It suggests further research to explore alternative border visualizations from additional perspectives, contributing to the evolving cartographic language of borders.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen