ExLab - The Experience Design Laboratory
The Experience Laboratory (ExLab) at Purdue University brings together students, faculty and the community to create groundbreaking experiences in entertainment, healthcare, manufacturing and education. Students in Themed Entertainment Design, Interior Architecture, Animation & Visual Effects, and others come together to work in full-spectrum innovation through research and community-engaged activities. Projects that the lab engages with are in all areas of themed entertainment, game design, animation, sporting events and hospitality.
What We Offer
- 3D Modeling
- Animation and Simulation
- Virtual World Development
- Physical Experience Design
- Technical Integration - Projection Mapping, 3D Printing
- User Experience Design
- Project Management
Our Work
- Purdue Brand Studio - VR Swim Experience at the US Olympic Swim Trials
- Childrens Museum of Indianapolis - Specialized Experience
- Imagination Corporation – Design of Farm Experience
- IUPUI Mens Basketball – Locker and Lounge Redesign
- Horizon Athletic League – Mens Championship Fan Experience
- Boiler Gold Rush To Excellence
- The Walt Disney Company - Networking and IT course for Global IT Division
Lab Information
Campus/Location
Building Location
ET 319 - Indianapolis
Contact
Our Team

Michael J. Cole
Assistant Professor of Practice, Computer Graphics Technology

Nandhini Giri, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Computer Graphics Technology

Jason Guy, MS
Assistant Professor of Practice, Computer Graphics Technology

Josh Polk
Assistant Professor of Practice, Computer Graphics Technology

Christian Rogers, Ph.D.
Site Director, Computer Graphics Technology in Indianapolis
Associate Professor, Computer Graphics Technology (Courtesy)
Associate Professor, Theatre & Dance (Courtesy)
