The Montgomery County Circuit Court has become the eastern anchor for a revitalized government center and a symbol of the court’s important role in the community. Sited in downtown Rockville, this project involves the design of a new courts annex and renovation of the existing courthouse. The design includes high volume support space for Family Services and Family clerks, and a child play area on the first floor. The Masters occupy the second floor in eight hearing rooms and associated chambers, with dedicated Juvenile and Criminal/ Civil Courts on upper floors. The Annex provides for ten new courtrooms, while seventeen courtrooms remain in the existing building.