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Date of Award
5-2026
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 researched the intersection between real estate investing and architectural design, by exploring the relation between architectural interventions and investor theory with the focus of maximizing ROI and raising property value. This research is applied to a residential site in Lindstrom, Minnesota, as the primary case study. The research will illustrate the task of documenting the site and creating an existing model to replicate the conditions of the property. This model will be used to simulate different architectural interventions and illustrate how value was added to the site, by breaking down cost and the different methods of calculating value. Ultimately, the thesis will provide a comprehensive guide to acquiring property and demonstrate common architectural strategies to improve the ROI on an investment.
Recommended Citation
Hoiland, Alexander Robert, "Increasing the Value of a Property Using Architectural Principles" (2026). Architecture Theses. 73.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/73