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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
The proposed thesis project focuses on the integration of an aquaponic system into a residential house to sustainably feed a small family. This system combines aquaculture and hydroponics in a closed-loop design, where fish and plants are mutually beneficial, creating an efficient and environmentally-friendly method of food production. While aquaponics has been explored in various contexts, including urban farming and community-based food production systems, there remains a gap in the application of such systems within the domestic sphere, especially when it comes to designing an affordable, scalable model for a small family. The goal of this project is to address that gap by exploring how a functional aquaponic system can be integrated into the typical residential environment, making it both accessible and economically viable for long-term use.
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Hank E., "The Green-er House: Aquaponics Integrated into Residential Living" (2025). Architecture Theses. 33.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/33