Recommended Outputs

Please note that the formats mentioned are examples, and the actual output formats can vary depending on project requirements and preferences.

Output CategoryDescriptionExample Output Format
Land Use Plan (Analogue/Digital)Visual representation of land usage over a certain period or phase.Hand-drawn or digital plan (e.g. .jpg, .pdf, .dxf or .dwg)
Land Use Diagram (Analogue/Digital)Diagrammatic representation illustrating specific aspects or sequences of land use.Diagram or graphic representation (e.g. .jpg , .dxf, .dwg or .svg)

Land Use Diagram Layout Considerations:

  • Orientation Decision: The orientation (portrait or landscape) of the land use diagram is determined based on the content and space requirements, ensuring optimal presentation.
  • Alignment with Phase Plans: Maintaining consistency, the land use diagram is aligned with the phase plans, allowing for easy comparison and understanding of the spatial relationships.
  • Consistent Positioning of Land Use Items: By placing the land use items in the same positions as on the plan, recognition and comprehension of the spatial relationships are enhanced.
GIS Plots or Layer Files (Digital)Geospatial files capturing the spatial representation of land use and its attributes.GIS files including data tables, shapefiles, and spatial raster data Metadata (e.g. .csv, .shp, .kml, .gdb, .gml, .geojson, .geotiff), or vector graphics format (e.g. .dxf, .dwg or svg)
Land Use Text (Digital)Detailed textual information or description related to land use, its phases, or features.Word document or text file (e.g. .docx or .txt)

Recommended Text Contents:

  • Summary of Each Land Use: Each land use is concisely described, highlighting its characteristics and key features, providing an overview of its significance within the site.
  • Component Groups/Subgroups Description: Detailed descriptions of the component groups and subgroups within each land use are provided, offering specific information on their attributes and associations

Relationship of Land Use Text to Stratigraphic Narrative:

  • Identification of Cross-over with Stratigraphic Narrative: Connections and overlaps between the land use analysis and the stratigraphic narrative are identified, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the site’s development and the integration of both elements.
  • Land Use Text as Building Blocks for Narrative/Archive Report: The land use text serves as foundational elements for constructing a comprehensive narrative or archive report, integrating information from various sources to present a cohesive and detailed account of the site’s history.

It is important to note that some elements can exist in both analogue and digital formats, depending on the specific project requirements (example file types above are for digital formats only).

Additional Considerations:

  • Variation in Archive Report Expectations: Recognizing the differing expectations of curators regarding content and format, flexibility in report preparation is essential to meet specific requirements.
  • Post-excavation Assessment Focus on Research Aims and Outputs: Further analyses, including stratigraphic work, are directed towards elements of the site that align with the research aims and desired project outputs, ensuring efficient use of resources.