Date of Award
2024
Document Type
Thesis
Handle
https://hdl.handle.net/10365/33837
Publisher
North Dakota State University
Rights
NDSU policy 190.6.2
URI
https://www.ndsu.edu/fileadmin/policy/190.pdf
Abstract
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 development for the BitZero data mining center. Initially constructed as a missile defense installation during the Cold War, the site has since become obsolete, creating an opportunity for revitalization. The primary objective is to emphasize sustainable practices, integrating renewable energy sources and promoting green infrastructure while preserving the site's historical significance. Additionally, this study will explore potential challenges, including contamination remediation and infrastructure development, proposing practical solutions to ensure a safe, resilient community. Through a blend of qualitative and quantitative research, this work contributes to the broader discourse on the adaptive reuse of military facilities, demonstrating how strategic planning and community engagement can transform a once-isolated site into a thriving community.
Recommended Citation
Haider, Hunter James, "Redevelopment of the Administration Block of the Stanley R. Mickelsen Safeguard Complex for the New BitZero Community" (2024). Architecture Theses. 830.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/architecture-theses/830