Entre mapas e memórias: materializando lembranças com design e cartografia social

Abstract

This work explores the intersection between design and cartography, highlighting the importance of design in the visual representation of territory. The approach focuses on understanding not only aesthetics but also the political and social contexts that influence the development of maps. The research aims to investigate the relevance of cartography as a tool for understanding and valuing territory, recovering memories through sensitive investigations and impressions, while also considering the poetic and functional expression of maps. This perspective positions cartography as a fundamental instrument, examining graphic representations and visual systems over time. Qualitative research methods were adopted, including analyses of the map development process and issues related to territory. To complement this investigation, a workshop was conducted to promote the exchange of experiences and broaden the understanding of social and affective cartography, culminating in the development of maps representing the city of Fortaleza.