De Qué Color Son Tus Muertos

Interactive website built for the historical memory project “De Qué Color Son Tus Muertos” (“What Color Are Your Dead”), which documents and gives visibility to defenders of democracy in Peru through photographs, stories and digital resources.

About the project

The project seeks to preserve the memory of those who defended democracy in Peru, creating a digital space to explore cases, browse interactive maps and follow a timeline of historical events.

Key features

Interactive map

• Geographic map with case locations
• Filters by region and case type
• Detailed information when clicking each location
• Accessible, easy-to-use design

Timeline

• Interactive chronology of historical events
• Smooth navigation between periods
• Historical context for each documented case
• Clear visualization of how events unfolded

Case gallery

• Documented profiles of defenders of democracy
• Professional photo sessions
• Personal stories and testimonies
• Downloadable resources for research

Production team

The website was built as part of a collaborative project that included:

• Art direction: Antonella Burton
• Graphic design: Amanda Zul, César Porta
• Web development: Jorge Meneses
• Research: Lin Belaunde
• Curation: Mauricio Delgado

Design approach

The web design reflects the seriousness and respect of the project:

• Sober, respectful aesthetic
• Intuitive navigation to explore the content
• Accessibility prioritized for every user
• Responsive design that works on every device

Technologies used

• JavaScript for interactivity
• Leaflet for interactive maps
• HTML5/CSS3 for structure and styling
• Responsive design, mobile-first
• Subtle animations to improve the user experience

Impact

The website serves as an educational and historical preservation resource, allowing new generations to learn about the struggle for democracy in Peru.