Deseret Peak High School
Updated: Oct 19
Tooele, utah's newest high school
The new Deseret Peak High School (DPHS) is Tooele County School District’s newest high school, built to address rapid community growth.
The 336,000-square-foot campus is designed to hold 1,800 (approximately) students beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The Deseret Peak High School project is part of a $170 million bond initiative passed in 2020 to expand educational facilities across the district.
Deseret Peak High School Furniture & Interior Design
Workspace Elements provided commercial furniture and interior design solutions for Deseret Peak High School, creating functional learning environments designed to support students, teachers, and staff. The project incorporated thoughtful space planning, durable educational furniture, and workplace solutions tailored to the needs of a modern school environment.
Project Goals
Developed by VCBO Architecture, the school’s design focuses on efficiency, flexibility, and collaboration. Key building goals included:
Achieving a 95% classroom utilization rate by relocating teacher offices outside classrooms.
Providing a range of learning environments, including small and large classrooms and collaborative suites.
Using sustainable operating methods when possible, such as daylighting, energy-efficient systems, and thoughtful land use.
Creating a campus culture centered on engagement, belonging, and forward-thinking education.
Designing Functional Spaces for Education
Educational environments need to support a wide range of activities, from focused learning and instruction to collaboration, meetings, and everyday administrative work. Workspace Elements considers the unique needs of each school when selecting furniture and designing spaces, with a focus on durability, flexibility, comfort, and long-term functionality.
Workspace Elements was selected to furnish and support the district’s newest flagship high school, providing design consultation, procurement, and installation services that align with the project’s modern goals.
Workspace Elements provided:
Furniture Programming & Design Collaboration: They partnered with VCBO and district leaders to create functional, flexible interiors.
Quality Furniture: Curated furniture solutions from leading manufacturers that support students’ learning and offer peace of mind with robust warranties
Installation & Project Management: With constant communication with all stakeholders, Workspace Elements coordinated delivery and installation around construction timelines to be ready for the 2025-26 academic year.
Modern, Future-Ready, Planning: Selected adaptable systems that can evolve as teaching methods and technology change.
From the earliest planning meetings to the final furniture installation, Workspace Elements played a key role in bringing Deseret Peak High School’s vision to life. The result is a learning environment that feels open and modern.
Teachers now have designed suites that let them recharge and collaborate outside the classroom. The modular systems throughout the school provide long-term adaptability and functionality with a modern aesthetic.
Why Workspace Elements
Workspace Elements was selected for this project because they are known for thoughtful design, quality furniture, and smooth installations.. As a trusted partner for school districts across Utah, they bring not only expertise but also a genuine commitment to collaboration and long-term success.
Key strengths that set Workspace Elements apart include:
Utah-based expertise with extensive experience in K–12 educational design.
Full-service capabilities spanning concept, design collaboration, procurement, installation, and post-occupancy support.
Strong manufacturer and logistics relationships that ensure reliable delivery and installation on complex projects.
Focus on quality, budget alignment, and partnership, providing clients with confidence from start to finish.
Project Snapshot
Project Name: Deseret Peak High School
Location: Tooele, Utah
Client: Tooele County School District
Architect: VCBO Architecture
Building Size: 336,020 sq ft
Completion: 2025-26 academic year
Services Provided: Furniture programming, design collaboration, procurement, installation, and future-growth planning.
Furniture Details
Manufacturers: KI, HON, OFS
Furniture Highlights:
Height-adjustable teacher desks and ergonomic task chairs.
Mobile student desks and tables to support flexible seating arrangements.
Collaborative lounge furniture in student commons and breakout zones.
Durable, easy-to-maintain finishes suitable for high-traffic educational use.
Coordinated color palettes that align with Deseret Peak High’s branding and architecture.
Sustainability Notes: Furniture selections prioritized low-VOC materials, durability, and recyclability to align with the district’s sustainability goals.
What furniture solutions are used in schools?
School furniture can include student desks and tables, classroom seating, collaborative furniture, storage solutions, administrative office furniture, conference tables, and other commercial-grade furnishings designed for educational environments.
How does commercial interior design support schools?
Commercial interior design helps schools create functional environments that support learning, collaboration, staff needs, and efficient use of available space. Space planning and furniture selection can be tailored to the needs of students, teachers, administrators, and visitors.
Does Workspace Elements work with educational facilities?
Yes. Workspace Elements provides commercial interior design, space planning, and furniture solutions for educational environments throughout Utah
About Workspace Elements
Workspace Elements provides commercial interior design, workspace planning, and office furniture solutions for businesses throughout Utah. Their team specializes in creating functional, productive workplaces through thoughtful design, quality furnishings, and professional installation. Learn more about our commercial interior design services, or see what furniture works best in a high school cafeteria and common areas.