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The Efficacy of Modular Design in Healthcare
(North Dakota State University, 2023)
Modular design has become an industry leading philosophy for the future of community-based health services. Modular construction applied as a design principle subdivides a construction system into independently fabricated ...
Realms of Reality Elementary School: Empowering Young Learners: Integrating AR/VR Technology in Elementary Schools
(North Dakota State University, 2023)
An analytical re-imagining of the K-12 educational model in tandem with AR and VR technologies through architecture has the ability to redefine the success of the next generation of minds. Technology is constantly evolving ...
Interconnecting Architecture and Nature
(North Dakota State University, 2023)
Over the last decade, if not more, Architecture has
blown up and grown to be something that can be so wildly
unique but also in today’s day and age, so incredibly modern.
This being said, I think sometimes Architects ...
Architecture and biophilia: Creating spaces that promote a positive affiliation with nature and the living world
(North Dakota State University, 2003)
The outdoors and its natural elements have become a
growing interest to me in the last couple of years –
especially the reasons why people are attracted to them. I
believe one of the major reasons is to escape everyday ...
Adaptive Reuse: Repurposing a Vacant College Campus for New Occupancy
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
Adaptive reuse has been a design strategy in buildings existing for centuries. The
adaptation of a building, also known as recycling or conversion, is the process of reusing an
existing building other than what it was ...
The Intersection of Nature and Knowledge: Red River Valley Science Center
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
This thesis investigates the establishment of a Natural Science Center in Fargo, North Dakota, as a dynamic hub for informal learning and community engagement. Emphasizing biophilic design, the center integrates natural ...
Bridging Generations: Exploring Intergenerational Shared Building Sites to Counteract Age Segregation
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
Age segregation is a rising problem in the United States. Since the early 1900s, this
country has relied on age as a driving force in determining rules and regulations. Because of this,
older and younger populations ...
Redevelopment of the Administration Block of the Stanley R. Mickelsen Safeguard Complex for the New BitZero Community
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
The focus of this Thesis is to examine the proposal for the redevelopment of the Stanley R. Mickelsen Safeguard Complex administration block, by presenting an analysis of its transformation into a sustainable community ...
Rethinking the American Dream for the 21st Century
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
This research aims to redefine the “New American Dream” for the 21st century. In a new era where single-family homes no longer align with the preferences of this generation along with a large demographic shift to more dense ...
Benefiting Youth and the Natural Environment: Integration of Biophilic Design in a Youth Center
(North Dakota State University, 2024)
This thesis will entertain the idea of integrating biophilic design principles into a youth
center. First there is a discussion of biophilic design, community centers, and youth centers with
the intent to understand what ...