Our Story | Kids & Coffee

Our
Story

We are Vivian and Ken, San Diego parents and the founders of Kids & Coffee.

The idea of Kids & Coffee was born out of our struggles as parents of young children during the pandemic. We were both working full-time when we had Layla, our first daughter. We quickly recognized a need for a safe space that fostered early childhood development, offered a community for caregivers, and provided educational resources for today’s modern parent.

Inspired by nature and brought to life by design and community, we’re creating a new oasis for play and connection that caters to kids and grownups alike.

Come on by and discover what we’ve built in Carlsbad.

The UX Design

In crafting Kids & Coffee, we embraced a comprehensive UX design process to ensure our space met the needs of both children and caregivers. This process involved:

User Research

We conducted interviews and surveys with parents to understand their desires for a combined play and café environment.

Define & Ideation

Based on our research, we identified key features such as safe play zones, comfortable seating for adults, and nutritious menu options.

Information Architecture

Planned the layout to facilitate easy navigation, ensuring clear sightlines between play areas and seating.

Wireframing

Initial sketches and digital mockups were created to visualize the space and gather feedback from potential users.

Prototyping & Testing

We developed a prototype play area and café setup, inviting families to experience the space and provide feedback, leading to iterative refinements.