Not Home, Not Work: Why Third Spaces Matter

Mustapha Kamal, Architect, Urban Planner, and Founder , Arkitek Mustapha Kamal

01-Oct-25 09:30

Not Home, Not Work: Why Third Spaces Matter

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Third spaces are places where people gather, interact, and build community. They’re distinct from home—the first place—and work—the second place. To understand their role in strengthening our social fabric, producer Natalie Tan speaks with Mustapha Kamal, architect, urban planner, and founder of Arkitek Mustapha Kamal.

Produced by: Natalie Tan

Presented by: Natalie Tan

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Tags: community spaces, third spaces, community, urban landscape, urban development,

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