The Children's Village at Doylestown Health, a renowned early childhood education center, was recreated after its destruction by a tornado in August 2020, with DRG Architects chosen to redesign it. Inspired by its name, the facility comprises structures resembling homes within a village. Distinct paint colors and roof angles denote the different program areas, giving the Children's Village an interconnected and inviting appearance.




From the exterior, two front wings guide visitors to the centrally located lobby. Color-coded corridors extend into age-specific areas, including an art room, a teaching kitchen with a child-height oven, and a library with an interactive tree installation. This installation features a reading nook and a treehouse, encouraging storytelling and exploration. Classrooms have direct access to outdoor playgrounds via covered verandahs for play even on rainy days. Expansive windows flood the interiors with natural light, providing broad sightlines in and out. In the Children's Village, thoughtful design blends community resilience and childlike joy, creating a beloved environment for early childhood education.





