Photo of Design Lab 2 interior

Design Lab 2

A collaborative hub where creative minds spark and grow

Welcome to Design Lab 2! We offers flexible Windows workstations built for digital development, with VR-capable graphics and headset support. Software, hardware, and peripherals can be added by request to fit project team needs. The space also features large displays for demos, presentations, editing, and livestreamed events.

Walk-in Hours: 24/7

Location: 1365, Duderstadt Center

Contact: [email protected] | [email protected] (for Reservation Only)

Space Features

Design Lab 2 is a multifunctional space for everything from individual projects to collaborative XR development and events.

Design Lab 2 interior

Displays & Media Tools

  • Curved 37″ ultrawide displays (BYO laptop)
  • Large 3D-capable digital displays
  • Stereo turntable (USB) for vinyl playback/digitizing
VR headset next to the desktop in design lab 2

XR Development Stations

  • Meta Quest Pro VR Headset + HP Z2 Tower G4 (Xeon E-2136, 32GB RAM, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 4000 8GB, 512GB SSD)
  • Meta Quest 2 VR Headset + Dell Alienware x15 R2

Software

Meetings & Reservations

Want to use Design Lab 2? Expand the sections below to find the info you need.

Open to all when the room is not in use. The space may close for scheduled classes or events.

Design Lab 2 is available for public-facing programming such as workshops, design competitions, project showcases, guest speakers, screenings, and design reviews. Typical capacity is 25–40 guests, depending on the event setup. To request a reservation, email [email protected]

Clubs, project teams, and select classes may request recurring meeting times. Groups that need DL2 resources receive priority. To request a reservation, email [email protected]

Staff

Portrait of Marjorie Gaber

Marjorie Gaber

Manager, Design Labs
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