getting around the object?

although the object is beginning to retreat again, I'm still thinking about this: how to get from the concept to the visual?

I'm thinking that perhaps, one way will be to begin with the object already in place, the (staff) personal object (the tea cup? the object to save in an emergency?) plotting it's relative position onto the map?
Perhaps, rather, a place to start would be with a first question: what would be the most desired object? is it already here .. if not, then where? how would you argue for it's position, display, prominence or even inclusion into the collection?
Perhaps it is possible to plot or track the journey (9-5) from desk to favorite on-site location, view or ..?

I like the idea of the interview (the potential of an empty box as prop or aid) I like the idea of ending up with a map, that although based upon the expertise circulating wihin the institution, plots sites of 'personal' rather than -- or alongside -- 'scientific' interest?

Perhaps some of the Doncaster Experts will offer a comment, a reply, a suggestion ..? anybody ..?