Come Stay Grow

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Come Stay Grow

The Art and Science of Places that Connect Us

€85.00

Loneliness is on the rise, communities are fragmenting, and our city centers are losing their sense of connection. Yet, hope still lives in the places where we come together. Third Places, like libraries, cultural hubs, and community centers forge social bonds and a feeling of belonging. But how do you design, build, and sustain such meaningful places that connect, inspire, and help people grow?

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Your Essential Third Place Guide: Come, Stay, Grow – The Art and Science of Places That Connect Us is your essential guide to designing, building, and sustaining these spaces. Urban anthropologist Amy Goedhart and architect Aat Vos share actionable tools, strategies, and checklists that bridge vision and practice. Available in English, German and Dutch.

Theory Meets Practice

The Third Place Fundamentals

Grounded in includi’s model Third Place Fundamentals, it is also supported by 100+ social theories, expert interviews, and real-world case studies. Get inspired by renowned thinkers, including Eric Klinenberg (Palaces for the People), Karen Christensen (The Great Good Place), Cormac Russell (ABCD pioneer), Howard Gardner (Frames of Mind), and Setha Low (a leading voice in cultural anthropology). For architects, urban designers, policymakers, municipalities, community leaders, cultural organizations, business owners, and anyone passionate about places that matter to real people. This handbook guides you from concept to implementation.