Information Design | Exercise 1 & 2

4 Feb 2025 -  17 Feb 2025 | (Week 1 - Week 3 )

Chan Xiang Lam | 0358400 

Information Design | Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media 

Exercises | Exercises 1 & Exercises 2

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TABLE CONTENT   

    1. Lectures

    2. Instructions

    3. Exercises 

        - Exercise 1 |  Quantifiable Information

        - Exercise 2 |  L.A.T.C.H Infographic Poster 

    4. Reflections

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LECTURES

Week 1 | Type of Infographics

Week 2 | L.A.T.C.H Theory

Week 3 | Miller's Law of Menory

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INSTRUCTIONS

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EXERCISES

Exercises 1 | Quantifiable Information

INSTRUCTION:

Gather a set of objects and separate it into category such as color, shape, pattern, and other quantifiable factor.

EXAMPLE:

• Box of Lego
• Jar of button
• Jar of marble ball
• Set of colourful rubber strap

In this exercise you're required to quantify our chosen objects and arrange them into a presentable layout or chart.  The information must be presented as is, and you need to arrange the objects with relevant indicators written out with pens to help you to visualize the quantity and data. The examples of objects that can be use are buttons, coins, lego pieces, M&Ms, and more.

SUBMISSION:

1. Photo of the random objects before sorting out
2. Objects sorted out by categories (2 - 5 category)
3. Write and design the information on a piece of papers.  

Fig.1.1 Example

Progress

I chose Perler beads as my objects for this exercise because they come in various colors, sizes, and finishes, making them ideal for categorisation and visualisation.

Fig.1.2 Chosen Object: Perler beads

I separated the beads into distinct color groups, including:

• Red
• Blue
• Green
• Yellow
• White
• Purple

After sorting, I took a photo of the categorized beads to clearly show the color groups.

Data

Fig.1.3 Data 

Sorted

Fig.1.4 Sorted

Arranged

Fig.1.5 Arranged

Presented Visually

Fig.1.6 Presented Visually

Final Quantify & Visualise Data

Fig.1.7 Final Quantify & Visualise Data

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Exercises 2 | L.A.T.C.H Infographic Poster 

INSTRUCTION:

1. Organize a group of information into a visual poster that combines and utilizes the LATCH principles (Minimum 4). 

2. You are required to use the digital photo editing/illustration software available to assemble the information into a LATCH infographic poster. 

3. You are allowed to reuse back the images but you have to create the rest of visuals to complete the poster.

REQUIREMENTS:

    - Size resolution: 1240 × 1750 pixels or 2048 × 2048 pixels.
    - Progress and submission link on E-Portfolio.

SUBMISSION:

1. Final poster attached to this submission. 
2. E-Portfolio link attached to this submission. 

Progress

    1. Topic Selection

As a chocolate lover fascinated by its history, varieties, and global origins, I chose chocolate for this infographic to reflect my passion. The L.A.T.C.H. principles I used are:

L  (Location) - Origins of Chocolate Types

T  (Time) - Evolution of Chocolate Over Time

C  (Category) - Common Types of Chocolate Today

H  (Hierarchy)  - Popularity of Chocolate Types

    2. Visual References:

I looked for inspiration and references on Pinterest, collecting various ideas. After studying these references, I created several sketches, exploring different layout.

Fig.2.1 Reference from Pinterest

Fig.2.2 Sketches

    3. Digitisation

Fig.2.3 Progression #1

Fig.2.4 Progression #2

Final L.A.T.C.H Infographic Poster

Fig.2.5 Final Outcome

Fig.2.6 Final Outcome - pdf 

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REFLECTIONS

Experience:

In these exercises, I worked on quantifying and visually organizing raw data. Exercise 1 involved sorting objects based on attributes like color, shape, size, or pattern and arranging them for a clear representation. Exercise 2 focused on transforming this categorized data into a visually appealing infographic using digital tools, incorporating the LATCH principles to enhance structure and readability.

Observations:

Through this process, I observed that manual sorting reveals patterns, and a well-organized infographic improves readability and engagement. The use of labels, color coding, and layout design helped simplify complex data, making it more accessible. Additionally, digital tools refined the presentation, ensuring a more polished and professional outcome.

Findings:

I learned that effective data visualization improves comprehension, and structured frameworks like LATCH enhance logical organization. Design choices impact how information is perceived, emphasizing the need for a balance between aesthetics and clarity.