supporting research

‘third place’

Third places are known as a place where people spend time between home and work or study. They provide a place to connect wih the people in communities as well as a place to exchange ideas and news. There are diverse people coming to coffee shops for social interactions and to get a sense of productivity. Researchs show that students prefer studying in an informal learning environment like coffee shop thanks to its relaxed atmosphere and the ability to drink coffee, people-watch, take a break, have a conversation, listen to music, and avoid what they perceived as a sterile libriary atmosphere. Some people state that home is embedded in various distractions, while the office environment provides no privacy, and the library atmosphere is too intense.

According to Beattie, top students are more likely to study between 15 and 30 hours per week in order to achieve their academic goals. Just as college students primarily devote their time throughout the day to study, professionals work in their offices 8 or more hours per day. In an open environment like a coffee shop, people prefer to have a variety of seating options. As stated by the theory of ‘prospect and refuge’, people tend to find their preferred seats where they feel comfortable, secure, and productive, which can be a hidden corner, with low ceilings, few access points, and obstructed views. An environment with the capacity to observe without being seen provides a sense of safety and privacy.

Although people were content to sit alone, in coffee shop settings, despite the lack of verbal interaction, felt that they had a social outing which makes them feel energised and motivated. Having the food and drink amenities added to the learning and working environment facilitates individuals for being productive and recharging for energy.

• provide variety of seatings

• neutral color scheme

• transparency

• flexible circulation