Adaptive Reuse at 223 Main: Revitalizing Relics of Our Industrial Past

Author

• Koy Olson

Files

Date of Award

5-2025

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Architecture

College

Arts and Sciences

Department

Architecture

Faculty Advisor

Ganapathy Mahalingam

Studio Coordinator

Stephen Wischer

Faculty Chair

Susan Kliman

Publisher

North Dakota State University

Rights

NDSU policy 190.6.2

URI

https://www.ndsu.edu/fileadmin/policy/190.pdf

Abstract

This thesis attempts to define success in adaptive reuse architecture. The research investigates existing theories on adaptive reuse. Following the investigation, continued research led to the synthesis of key aspects from each unique theory and implements the aspects into a standardized feasibility evaluation tool. The thesis design project, Adaptive Reuse at 223 Main Ave., serves a dual purpose. First, as a pilot test for the assessment tool. Second, as a holistic design solution that embodies the primary aspects of each adaptive reuse approach theory. The final results share the collection of design deliverables along with the conclusive feasibility assessment score. While the project was not considered successful by original metrics, necessary future revisions to the feasibility assessment tool render the project as potentially successful at sixty-seven percent.

Recommended Citation

Olson, Koy, "Adaptive Reuse at 223 Main: Revitalizing Relics of Our Industrial Past" (2025). Architecture Theses. 24.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/24