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Field Node v1
A Prototype for Care-Based Knowledge
Knowledge Infrastructure
First attempt at a care-centered knowledge system using relational nodes
01. Figures
Fig. 1
Landing page - Field Node v1 main interface. Establishes environment.
Fig. 2
Orientation - user onboarding and system introduction. Shows decision mechanism.
Fig. 3
Help interface - user guidance and documentation. Shows how logic operates.
02. Abstract
A first attempt at a care-centered knowledge system: a lightweight app to capture ideas, sources, and reflections as modular "nodes," then relate them without the heaviness of a full wiki or the performance of social media. The system organizes information as interconnected nodes—each piece of knowledge relates to others rather than existing in fixed categories.
03. Research Question
What happens when knowledge has no hierarchy? I needed a place to read, think, and keep context—not just store links. Existing tools optimized for speed, shareability, or hierarchy. I wanted a space that prioritized care, slowness, and relation: what a thought is for, who it touches, and how it changes.
04. Hypothesis
When knowledge is structured relationally (as nodes with connections), users can capture thoughts with care and context—showing what a thought is for, who it touches, and how it changes. However, this lack of structure may create navigation challenges—users may struggle to find information or understand how nodes relate. The outcome depends on whether relational freedom enhances care-centered knowledge creation or creates confusion without hierarchy.
| Element | Purpose / Specification |
|---|---|
| Color Palette | Magenta Accent, magenta, pink (#E6007A, #d946ef, #ec4899) |
| Design Principles | Care • Non-neutral Neutrality • Warm Neutrality |
Fig. 0 Visual system schematic with design rationale.