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The 3rd Place Experts

Creating
places
libraries
schools
theaters
offices
places
where people
like to spend Time
feel welcome
get inspired
make memories
love to be
like to spend Time
Successful social hotspots with a high return on investment

Our projects bring people together

Happy People

We create places that bring happiness, where connections are made, and ideas flourish.

More Visitors

We design places that draw people in and keep them coming back, resulting in more visitors.

Longer Stays

We craft environments that invite people to stay, where they feel at home and enjoy spending time.

We provide the essential knowledge for your project

3rd place expertise

Consultancy

We are your creative guide
Be inspired by our 3rd Place expertise: a unique approach that combines design consultancy, supervision, and art direction. Discover how we create places that connect and delight!

Plug-in

We are an extension of your team
As a tender partner and co-creation expert, we offer 3rd Place design and consultancy support to strengthen your project. Find out how we deliver impactful solutions while keeping you in control!

Blueprint

We give your project a solid foundation
From requirement analysis to feasibility studies and a well-thought-out action plan, we lay the groundwork for successful 3rd Places. Discover how we bring your ideas to life!

We provide essential insights and analyses for your project

3rd Place Participation

Users

Discover the needs of your users
From online surveys to focus groups and interactive games, we engage people creatively to gather valuable insights. Discover how we turn engagement into impact!

Team and Partners

Collaborate effectively with your team
Whether it’s online surveys with teams, focus groups with partners, or interactive games, we create meaningful insights through genuine collaboration. Learn how we foster connection and innovation!

Location

Uncover the local DNA
With location and data analysis, social infrastructure scans, and stakeholder mapping, we uncover the essence of every place and community. See how our insights strengthen your project!

Concrete plans for your project

3rd Place Design

Recycle

Small but mighty – doing more with less
From quick fixes to redesigns based on elegant reuse, we give existing places a fresh future. Discover how our smart solutions quickly add value!

Classic

The confidence of a complete plan
From concept development to detailed execution in every project phase, such as SO, VO, DO (STB), and LP0-LP5 (HOAI), we guide your project step by step toward success. See how we turn vision into reality!

Experience

Amaze everyone – and yourself most of all
Dare to think differently, embrace imperfection, and let’s have fun creating something truly unique together. Discover how we transform your vision into something extraordinarily special!

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Way of working
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how we make
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Our
approach

Only when we understand how a society works can we achieve an inclusive experience. Places that make a difference. This requires a knack for research. That's why we created the INPACT model. We take each step in the model together. With our client, but also always with the end user. This is how we make INPACT.

Our Approach

Lean

Straight to the point
From workshops and sprints to agile workflows, we use fast and flexible methods that create real impact. Discover how we get your projects moving quickly!

Local

Right where it happens
From on-site consultancy and research to multi-day design workshops at your location, we bring your ideas to life right where they matter most. See how we create the perfect solution for the perfect spot!

Love

From Groningen with love
We love people, work transparently with short lines of communication, and avoid unnecessary bureaucracy. Learn how we realize your project simply, efficiently, and with care and attention for everyone!

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