The Happy Hollow project is a replacement school serving grades Pre-K through 5. The Fayetteville School District elected to construct a new 65,000-square-foot replacement school adjacent to the existing Happy Hollow property with better circulation access.

The design of the school took inspiration from its namesake, Happy Hollow Farm, which was established 100 years ago by writer William Lighton. At the time, the farm was a model for sustainable, efficient agricultural practices and formed the basis for what Lighton called “a place of sweet security for our children, and a place of smiling delight for our friends.” The new Happy Hollow School sought to embody the character and values of the original farm. The building is organized around a large courtyard with its primary view southeast towards the Boston Mountains. The building form is broken down into a series of agriculturally inspired forms, all housing spaces designed for 21^st-century learning.