Home as a Sanctuary: A Residence Influenced by Japanese and Scandinavian Architecture and Philosophy
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Date of Award
5-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Architecture
College
Arts and Sciences
Department
Architecture
Faculty Advisor
Regin Schwaen
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
In today’s fast-paced world, a home should be more than a shelter, it should be a sanctuary. This thesis explores how the minimalist beauty of Japanese architecture and the practical warmth of Scandinavian design can come together to create spaces that support well-being, simplicity, and comfort. By blending the philosophies of wabi-Sabi and hygge, Havenfjord becomes a home that is emotionally grounding, functionally efficient, and aesthetically timeless. Through the design of a custom home tailored to what a real client’s needs would be, Havenfjord examines how principles of natural materials, thoughtful layouts, and intentional simplicity can meet the demands of modern living. The goal is to create a place that not only reflects lifestyle and character but also offers calm in the chaos, becoming a true sanctuary. Where home becomes not just a place, but a feeling of peace.
Recommended Citation
Burandt, Katie, "Home as a Sanctuary: A Residence Influenced by Japanese and Scandinavian Architecture and Philosophy" (2025). Architecture Theses. 30.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/30