Research shows that school renovations improve healthy eating habits among students. One study examining how architecture impacts students’ diets found that having a revised physical space improved students' healthy food intake. 

So while giving the school cafeteria a revamp for visual and equipment purposes, it also ends up providing positive benefits to student health. 

Use Those Summer Months

During summer break, K-12 students approximately 12 weeks off from school. While these buildings are less occupied, a wonderful opportunity arises. It is the perfect time to renovate cafeterias. 

Less student traffic means more space and time to institute school cafeteria upgrades. During summer, construction crews do not have to deal with working around the class schedules or hold off on work because of the cold. It is an ideal time because most of the renovation barriers that exist during an active school day are removed.  

Appealing Functionality

With advanced technology and helping build better cafeterias, Duke Manufacturing provides ergonomic designs, a full two-year warranty on parts and labor on K-12 systems, and equipment they design to help maximize energy efficiency. 

There are some Duke service line models to consider for cafeteria renovations:

AeroServ

The AeroServ model is the most affordable of Duke's serving lines. Sturdy, modular, customizable, and available in different colors, its versatility has undeniable benefits. \

Thurmaduke

The Thurmaduke model is the next model up from the AeroServ. It shares all of the previous model’s features, but it also has broader spatial and service capabilities. Taller, wider, and longer, the Thurmaduke model also has removable front panels. This modular serving system caters to serving a greater number of students in a shorter amount of time.

Insignia

When considering a non-modular option, Insignia is a great option for a cafeteria facelift. It stays in place, but the customizable graphic options keep the station perpetually fresh. Custom control panels, integrated fill faucets, adjustable and removable kickplates, field-welded seams, heavy-gauge tops, and bodies, this unit is ideal for any school or campus that needs a steadier serving station with customizable options to keep it current.

Add Something Extra

To add some pizzazz to a renovated dining area, add some Palmer Hamilton cafeteria tables to the space.  Integrated benches provide a combined table-and-chair setting for any school or campus cafeteria. 

The ability to seat multiple students helps optimize small and large spaces. These tables are also easy to clean and easy to move, which comes in handy when the cafeteria needs a deep cleaning or is being used for events and activities.