RESEARCH FACILITYThe Living Lab™
Your product usability evaluation resource
The Living Lab™
The Living Lab™ offers 2,000 sq ft of cutting-edge research facility in Carlsbad, CA—designed for healthcare research, usability evaluations, training, and simulations. Configurable labs (with one-way viewing), and multipurpose rooms mean you’ll always have the perfect setting for your next study.
Home Environment
Adaptable home setting simulation environments.
Clinical Environment
Adaptable clinical simulation environments, including ICUs, operating rooms, patient rooms, and pharmacies.
Space is adaptable to meet individual client needs. The most popular scenes requested are a hospital room, doctor’s office, laboratory, and home living room.
Collaborative Space
Versatile collaborative and lobby area.
Observation Rooms
Real-time observation of participants provides deep insights into medical device use—driving smarter, safer, and more effective product designs.
Why Choose The Living Lab™?
- Realistic environments – hospital, home, and clinical spaces tailored for authentic user testing
- Observation-ready design – one-way viewing room for unobtrusive monitoring
- 360° pan-tilt-zoom cameras & live streaming
- High-fidelity audio + full A/V recording
- Flexible spaces – configurable labs, private training rooms, and multipurpose areas
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, snacks, and beverages
- Secure product storage & on-site catering options
- Global network – partnerships with premier usability facilities & recruitment across the U.S. and Europe
Conveniently located in Carlsbad, California—just 30 miles north of San Diego and 50 miles south of Irvine—our facility provides an ideal setting for high-quality research and training.
Are you ready to find your next usability study facility?
Our experienced team is here to guide you through successful formative and summative studies. Schedule a facility tour.
