Maps of the World

I love a good map, me. From a big 'ol atlas, to an individually designed 'arty' one, or from the front pages of a fantasy book to keep you entertained while following the journey of the protagonists.

There is just something beautiful about the simplistic, yet complex, information found in a map. This is the original infographic. It is information design in it's purest form. It has to work on several different layers; visually, contextually and be understandable to the masses. If it can't deliver on these points, then there is no point... except maybe to make someone smile!

Here are some of my favourites...