Facilities

Infrastructure Designed for Innovation

Spaces That Work at Every Stage of R&D

Whether you’re conducting lab-based research, deploying field equipment, or scaling a startup team, RFS has the physical infrastructure to support every phase of development. From flexible lab and office space to specialized testbeds and field infrastructure, RFS provides the tools and environment early-stage technologies need to grow.

Office & Collaboration Space

Richmond Field Station offices and lab space.

RFS offers dedicated offices and labs designed for startups, researchers, and student orgs. Plug into a thriving innovation community with access to Berkeley faculty, partners, and peers just steps away.

Labs & Technical Facilities

PEER building, which houses the world's largest shake table for earthquake testing.

Build, iterate, and validate inside flexible lab spaces equipped for everything from hardware prototyping to environmental analysis. Labs are connected to active research units and tailored for interdisciplinary work.

Testbeds & Infrastructure

Outdoor testing facilities.

From an AV test track and V2X lab to a drone park, seismic shake table, and coastal ecosystems - RFS is where technologies meet the elements. Ideal for piloting, stress testing, and refining solutions in real conditions.

Resources & Services

The RFS Team

RFS offers research, office, and lab space, along with shared facilities and site support services. To request services or inquire about availability, please contact the RFS administration team.

'Neighborhood Map' of RFS

An overview map of RFS.

RFS Environment

RFS through the trees.

Learn more about RFS environmental news, monitoring data, and resources for the UC Berkeley Richmond Field Station community. Visit the RFS Environmental Website → 

RFS Map Summary

1. ITS, PATH, TSRC

2. Pavement Research Center

3. PEER

4. Main Office, CNR, Startups

5. Northern Library 

6. Nature Preserve

7. NEXTracker Solar Center

8. Wareham Building 

9. Student Organizations 

10. Smart Infrastructure Center

11. Nature Preserve

12. Nature Preserve

13. Drone Park

14. Open Field

Looking for Space to Build? →

From autonomous vehicles to clean energy systems, Richmond Field Station supports startups building the future. Learn more about our leasing options, technical infrastructure, and the types of companies we support by visiting our Startup Opportunities page →