Apply Golden Ratio Principle (Phi ~= 1.618) in Tailwind

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Problem to solve

This suggests applying exactly the design principles using Golden Ratio. This ensures harmonious visuals and of course it is an application of the nature rules.

Hypothesis

Focusing on Data Visualization is an excellent choice for a practical application of the Golden Ratio's principles of harmony and balance.

In data visualization, the Golden Ratio (φ ~=1.618) is not about calculating performance, but about guiding the aesthetic and structural design to create visuals that are:

Visually Appealing: Easier and more pleasant for the human eye to perceive.
Hierarchical: Clearly guiding the viewer's attention to the most important information.
Balanced: Creating a sense of order and professionalism.

How the Golden Ratio is applied in Data Visualization:

Layout and Composition:

Dividing Space: A common application is to divide a dashboard or a chart area into two main sections (e.g., a dominant content area and a subordinate sidebar or detail panel) such that their widths or heights are in a Golden Ratio proportion (approximately 61.8% to 38.2%). This creates a natural visual hierarchy and guides the eye.

Content Placement: Important elements can be placed at the intersections of a "Golden Section Grid," similar to the rule of thirds but with Golden Ratio proportions.
Typography:

Font Sizing: Establishing a harmonious typographic scale. For example, if your base body text font size is X, then a subheading could be X * φ, and a main heading could be X * φ^2. This creates a proportional relationship between text elements, improving readability and visual flow.
Element Sizing and Spacing:

Chart Elements: While less common for raw data points, the proportions of legends, axis labels, or even the overall dimensions of charts within a dashboard can be designed using the Golden Ratio.

White Space (Padding/Margins): Using proportions based on φ for the empty space around and between elements can contribute to visual cleanliness and reduce clutter.

Proposed solution

This is a prototype to visualize the application of Golden Ratio in design:

https://stackblitz.com/edit/stackblitz-starters-qrvhou5t?file=index.html

How to Observe the Golden Ratio in the Prototype:

Layout Proportions: The main content area will occupy approximately 61.8% of the dashboard's width, while the sidebar takes up the remaining 38.2%. This creates a visually dominant area and a supporting area in Golden Ratio proportion. Resize your browser window to see how they maintain their proportions.

Font Scaling: The Dashboard Main View (H1) is significantly larger than the subheadings and body text, scaled by φ^2.
Subheadings like Key Performance Indicators Overview (and main sidebar headings) are scaled by φ relative to the base paragraph text.
Smaller text (like filter or detail descriptions) might be scaled down by φ.

This prototype provides a visual demonstration of how the Golden Ratio can be applied to structure and present information in data visualizations, aiming for a more balanced, harmonious, and aesthetically pleasing user experience.