The classification and typology of non-maze labyrinths has evolved over the past several decades due to increased worldwide awareness and use of labyrinths, international communication, and analysis ranging from casual interest to intense study. Just as labyrinth design has had periods of innovation, we are in the midst of a significant moment in typology.
COMPLETE list of all Simple Alternating Transit (SAT) circuit sequences (aka open meanders) through 11 circuits
COMPLETE list of all open meander symmetry groups (BDTC or BD) through 11 circuits and the standard position of each OM
BD and BDTC symmetry group size tables
Symmetry group definitions
The Labyrinth Typology Research Group is intended for folks who have more than a casual interest in labyrinth patterns. We delve into current trends in labyrinth classification and typology, pattern analysis, labyrinths as mathematical topologies, and related topics. We share our work to further the work. This international group offers opportunities to connect via email and Zoom.
This website presents the latest developments from Yadina Clark — in conversation with Dani Novak, Tony Phillips, Jeff Saward, Richard Myers Shelton, Andreas Frei, Erwin Reißmann, and Walter Pullen — and builds upon work by:
Tony Phillips (US)
Richard Myers Shelton (US)
Jeff Saward (UK)
Andreas Frei (Switzerland)
Erwin Reißmann (Germany)
Hermann Kern (1941-1985, Germany)
Jacques Hébert (1938-2007, Canada)
Silke Wolf and Werner Kaufmann (Germany)
Alex Champion (US)
Walter Pullen (US)
Robert Ferré (US)
Lars Howlett (US)
Willem Kuipers (The Netherlands)
Herman Wind (The Netherlands)
Pierre Rosenstiehl (France)
Craig Wright (US)
Ellen Galo (US)
Mary Teetor (US)
Niels Mejlhede Jensen (Denmark)
Ben Nicholson (US)
Thorn Steafel (Scotland)
Sig Lonegren (The Netherlands)
John Kraft (Sweden)
And others whose work has inspired and informed