Summary of methods and main differences
| Spatial walkthrough | Experience curve mapping | Card sorting | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Context captured | Appraisals of spatial design qualities Personal preferences Work-related needs | Appraisals of the spaces Work context Daily routines Adoption processes | Appraisals of spatial qualities and contextual aspects Personal preferences |
| Participant’s immersion | Lower/higher | Lower | Lower |
| Temporality covered | Episodic/cumulative | Episodic/cumulative | Cumulative |
| Guided vs spontaneous | Spontaneous | Mostly spontaneous | Mostly guided |
| Disruption in application | Lower/higher | Lower | Lower |
| Required time | 5–20 min | 5–20 min | Up to 30 min for 30 cards |
| Spatial walkthrough | Experience curve mapping | Card sorting | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Context captured | Appraisals of spatial design qualities | Appraisals of the spaces | Appraisals of spatial qualities and contextual aspects |
| Participant’s immersion | Lower/higher | Lower | Lower |
| Temporality covered | Episodic/cumulative | Episodic/cumulative | Cumulative |
| Guided vs spontaneous | Spontaneous | Mostly spontaneous | Mostly guided |
| Disruption in application | Lower/higher | Lower | Lower |
| Required time | 5–20 min | 5–20 min | Up to 30 min for 30 cards |
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