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14/06/2026

Amy will be taking the stage at the Beatrix Theater! She will be sharing our vision and insights on the evolving role of libraries as vital Third Places and essential social infrastructure. 💛

Are you attending the congress as well? We would be happy to see you there!

Find more information about the event and the full program here 👇https://www.hetnationalebibliotheekcongres.nl/

11/06/2026

When did we decide that play is only for children? 🎲 Public spaces often focus strictly on efficiency and function. But at includi, we believe integrating playfulness into design is essential. It invites people to stick around and builds stronger communities.

Read our latest insight via the link below 👇
includi.com/insights/the-power-of-play-in-third-places-and-public-spaces/

📸 Photo credits:
Beton T: Tanno Witkamp
Superkilen: Naotake Murayama

When was the last time you played? Or do you mainly associate play with children? Play is a fundamental part of human nature, regardless of age. As adults, however, we often lose touch with our sense of whimsy. In third places and public spaces, it is precisely this playful mindset that creates vibr...

08/06/2026

Proud and very grateful! 💛 Two of our library projects are among the five nominees for the Best Dutch Library 2026 award by Bibliotheekblad. Bibliotheek Bonaire secured a double nod, also running for the Social Impact Award 2026. 🏆 And Warenhuis Oss made the final list just six months after opening its doors! Congratulations to the dedicated library teams, and thank you to our clients and building partners. Together, we build places where everyone truly belongs.

Swipe to see the nominated spaces! 👉

04/06/2026

The offline urge is real. 🔌 In a digital world, we naturally gravitate back toward what is genuinely good for us: analog experiences and real, physical human connection. From independent zines to hands-on crafts, people are looking for ways to disconnect from screens and reconnect with each other. And third places make this movement happen.

👉 Read our full insight on "Why third places matter in the age of digital fatigue," via the link the following link: includi.com/insights

02/06/2026

Where do we encounter one another without the mediation of systems? Discussions about AI are often framed around innovation and risk. But far less attention is paid to a crucial question: where does true human experience still take place? Where do we practice nuance, disagreement, and the ability not to have all the answers immediately?

In our latest Insight, Aat Vos explores what digitalization means for human interaction and why physical gathering places matter more than ever.

Read the full article on our website: www.includi.com/insights

31/05/2026

Whatever the weather, we all long for cool spaces and warm welcomes. 📚

28/05/2026

What is the true meaning of a thirdplace? 🏠 It's the power of a "home away from home", essential spaces outside of home or work where people can meet, connect, and feel a sense of belonging. From libraries to cultural hubs, these places invite us to gather and connect on all levels.

Swipe to learn more, and read our full insight on our website! 👉 www.includi.com/insights/the-meaning-of-third-places/

21/05/2026

Throwback to 2017, when the custom-made specials for HuB.Kerkrade – a cultural hub combining theatre, library and community spaces – came to life together with our partner in crime, Stonepark Interior Builders. From the iconic Hanomag truck to the mining lifts turned reading cabins, every detail pays tribute to the region’s coal mining history. 🚛⛏️📚

19/05/2026

Eric Klinenberg’s message in his book Palaces for the People closely aligns with our mission at includi: creating more places that bring people together.

It was a true honor to interview him for Come Stay Grow.
3 key takeaways from the conversation👇

14/05/2026

Past and present come together beautifully at ’t Dok in Stadskanaal (NL). A welcoming community space where you can dive into the region’s rich history through the museum experience of Museum van de Streek , while also exploring new ideas and creative skills in the library Bibliotheek Stadskanaal and the MakerSpace.

At ’t Dok, heritage, learning, and creativity blend seamlessly together in one shared space. A collaboration of includi and XPEX Experience Experts 💛