The Deal Middle School expansion in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Washington DC is a design-build project led by Moya Design Partners, in collaboration with Ashley McGraw Architects and Chiaramonte Construction. Completed in 2024, the 22,500-square-foot expansion was designed to enhance the school’s facilities while preserving its historic character. The project included the addition of 12 modern classrooms, two advanced science labs, an expanded dining area, and additional administrative spaces.
Designed to complement the existing architecture, the new educational facilities seamlessly blend with the school’s 120-year-old aesthetic with thoughtful architectural design. A key feature is the upgraded central courtyard, intended to serve as a hub for community engagement, collaboration, and outdoor learning. By incorporating sustainable design strategies, including a high-performing envelope and bioswales, the project achieved LEED Gold certification.
MOYA worked closely with DC Public Schools (DCPS) and the Department of General Services (DGS) through public and private partnerships to ensure the project met community needs and advanced community impact in DC’s Ward 3.