Konga Village / Masahiro Katsume + Mette Fredskild

Konga Village is a unique architectural project nestled in the forests of Dzūkija, Lithuania, redefining social sustainability through its architectural language. Designed by Japanese architect Masahiro Katsume, the project fosters a sense of community while ensuring privacy and harmony with nature. Shared spaces, such as a floating sauna, storage units for shared boats and fishing equipment, a fireplace area, and a children's activity zone, contribute to connectedness. Here, the concept of "I" fades, replaced by shared ownership of "us," creating a collective identity among residents.