MINDSCAPE:
EXPLORING
THE 5 MINDS
OF THE FUTURE
This interactive data visualization study delves into the development of five mental structures crucial for navigating future challenges: the Specialist Mind, the Innovator Mind, the Diplomat Mind, the Integrator Mind, and the Just Mind.
By conducting a survey with 45 participants, I aimed to uncover which of these mindsets people prioritize when confronted with specific life outcomes.
Exhibition Vision
Research: Inspiration
In my research, I embarked on a journey to explore the intersection of Giorgia Lupi's pioneering approach to humanizing data and Howard Gardner's seminal work in the book "Five Minds for the Future." This endeavor involved a thorough examination of Lupi's innovative data visualization techniques and Gardner's insightful delineation of essential cognitive frameworks. By synthesizing these perspectives, I endeavored to create a project that not only captures the essence of both experts' contributions but also offers a unique and deeply personal exploration of the dynamics of human cognition and visualization.
Gathering Data
The initial phase of this project involved gathering data through a carefully designed survey. To accomplish this, I created a Google Form questionnaire and distributed it for responses.
The questionnaire consisted of 10 questions, each offering 5 different answer options. Each answer option was designed to represent a specific cognitive approach to a given scenario. By analyzing the responses, I aimed to identify which cognitive approaches were most and least prevalent among the participants. This analysis provided insights into the diverse ways people think and approach problem-solving. Through the analysis of my responses, I discovered that people tend to use the Diplomat Mind the most and the Just Mind the least. Therefore, I will use these findings as the foundation for my narrative in the next step of the project, which involves visually telling this story.
Example of how I discovered the percentage for each question
Poster Design Concept Idea
Imagine each question as a dandelion flower, with 45 lines representing each participant's response. Within each line, a circle indicates the chosen answer, color-coded to represent one of the five minds.
The poster’s design draws inspiration from Gestalt theory. While you can view it as a cohesive unit, each component can stand alone and still convey its message. I'm aiming for it to transcend being merely an information board, presenting statistics and figures. Instead, I want it to provoke curiosity, inviting viewers to delve into the project's analysis independently. Thus, I encourage them to explore and decipher its insights firsthand.
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How it works?
To fully immerse yourself in this project, open the app Artivive on your device and point the camera at the designated image. As the augmented reality (AR) image comes to life on your screen, make sure to turn on your device's sound to hear the accompanying narrative. Prepare for an engaging experience that combines visual and auditory elements to enhance your exploration!
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