US EditionThe rise of DIY 3rd places — how people create community without leaving their porch
- By the year 2025, neighborhoods nationwide are increasingly embracing informal community spaces—often created and maintained by local residents—as popular gathering spots.
- This rise builds on the concept introduced by Ray Oldenburg in his 1989 book 'The Great Good Place' emphasizing the need for third spaces alongside home and work.
- DIY third places often start from everyday spots like porches, curbs, or corners of blocks and foster human connection with little structure or effort.
- Research from the Albert Shanker Institute highlights that third places for adults commonly include casual venues such as cafes offering cupcakes, parks, and gyms, while for children, these spaces often consist of after-school programs, skateparks, and other areas where they can engage and connect outside of home and school environments.
- These informal, frequent gatherings act as social glue, supporting well-being and community energy by creating a sense of belonging and encouraging people to be themselves.
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The rise of DIY 3rd places — how people create community without leaving their porch
As face-to-face connection makes a steady return, neighborhoods reimagine how people gather and build community. In 2025, DIY third places are gaining traction in neighborhoods ... Read moreThe post The rise of DIY 3rd places — how people create community…
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