The Terrace Dining Room (TDR), American University’s largest dining facility, has been transformed into an industry-leading space that combines modern design with a variety of independent dining concepts. Driven by student feedback, which highlighted a desire for a more engaging and dynamic dining experience, the redesign reimagines TDR as a contemporary, fast-casual restaurant rather than a traditional dining hall.

The updated space offers diverse food options to cater to a wide range of tastes, flexible seating arrangements to accommodate different group sizes and activities, and a vibrant environment designed to encourage gathering, socializing, studying, and enjoying meals in comfort and style. This reimagined TDR not only enhances the dining experience but also creates a central hub for campus life.