Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
300 Baker Avenue, Concord, MA
10,000 SF
Design: Visnick & Caulfield Associates
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is a global independent consulting group specializing in human factors engineering of medical technology. Construction of UL’s Wiklund Research & Design space included two usability testing labs, each with an observation room. A medical lab features a functioning hospital bed as well as a sink area and cabinetry to simulate a hospital environment, while the other lab was built so that it could be modified to simulate various environments, such as a home. In addition to two labs and observation rooms, Corderman & Company built interior offices, open work space, a modern reception area and a café.
Unique Project Features:
A state-of-the-art medical simulation lab was built to include a functioning hospital bed, in addition to a sink and cabinets.
UL Wiklund clients can observe test sessions from an attached observation room that was fitted with a one-way mirror.
