Information Design is the process of gathering and displaying information to be interpreted easily and efficiently, rather than displaying information in a solely aesthetic way. Information Design is also used to display data visually in a manner that is clear and easy to understand. In most cases displaying this data in a visual form creates a much clearer understanding than simply looking at the raw data alone. Information Design is used to make effective graphs, roadsigns, maps and instructions as well as many others.
Examples
Charles Minard's information graphic of Napoleon's march - a well known example of information design which shows a number of aspects of Napoleon's March to Moscow
The New York City Subway Map
A Chart explaining stem cells and how they are isolated
Even Lego instructions are an example of information design
A chart showing the occupations of women in 1930 in various countries
This Information Graphic shows the influence of Starbucks and McDonalds around the world
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