A home for African cultural exchange in Cape Town.
The 3rd Space offers room to live, work, gather, and share. Bringing together artists, cultural workers, and partners who value exchange, ownership, and presence.
Rooted in African contexts and open to the world, our space supports focused creative work alongside public moments of connection. We support process, conversation, and contribution.
Explore
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Residency
The residency welcomes artists, designers, and cultural thinkers seeking time and space to work within Cape Town.
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Collective
The Collective holds the living record of those who have passed through the space.
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Get Involved
The 3rd Space grows through participation.
Artists in Residence
Khanya Zibaya
October - December 2025
Jean-Claude Desmerges
February - April 2026
Art grows from its environment. When artists are given space and respect, their work speaks with greater honesty.”
— El Anatsui