MENTAL MAP

A mental map is used as a reference for

orientation and movement throughout a

territory (routing), but also for associative

processes and judgement but also for

associative processes and judgement

(valuation)

A mental map is based upon personal

experience with an area, but by lack of this

upon indirect information from mass media or

a certain reputation information from mass

media or a certain reputation in general

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A mental map is not as complete and objective as a topographical map

A mental map is a unique, personal and selective replay presentation of reality

We all use mental maps but no two mental maps are id ti l

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Conclusions Mental Mapping
Urban dwellers relate their (social)
identity and values to their environment
In this sense mental maps are the only In
this sense, mental maps are the only real
maps of the urban maps of the urban
landscape
Mental mapping creates insight in the use
perception and appreciation of the urban
environment by individuals
Mental mapping can be instrumental for
definition of urban developments when