Lange Eng

Lange Eng is a co-housing community located in Albertslund, part of Greater Copenhagen, Denmark. The project, designed by Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter, features 54 houses and apartments, home to over 100 adults and 100 children. The community prioritizes shared spaces, including a large community house with an industrial kitchen, dining hall, play areas, lounge, café, and a 20-seater cinema. The shared garden is accessible from every living unit and includes playgrounds, a campfire area, and private patios. Residents share dinner responsibilities, with communal dinners served every evening except Saturday. Each adult takes turns working in the kitchen every six weeks. This collaborative approach optimizes daily life, allowing individuals to focus on personal interests and community activities. The building design, typical of Danish architecture, surrounds a large common green garden space, with closed facades towards the forest and open facades towards the garden. The project promotes a strong sense of community and shared living.