gironimo

Mobility means independence – a fundamental need for all of us. In cities, bicycles are an efficient, flexible, and popular means of transportation alongside buses and trains. Like cars, they represent individual freedom and are increasingly supported through bike lanes, secure parking, and repair stations. Cargo bikes even allow for transporting groceries or children.

 

However, many people with physical limitations are unable to use a standard bicycle. Balancing, mounting, or the fear of falling are common obstacles. Adult tricycles offer an alternative, but these are often purely functional in design and resemble assistive devices rather than full-fledged modes of transport.

 

And that’s exactly the point: design must go beyond mere utility. A modern tricycle should not only be safe and practical but also support confidence and quality of life. It should combine visibility in traffic, comfort, and style – showing that mobility for everyone can also be an expression of participation and individuality.


 

Picco-bike_03_web_framed

Point of origin of the project – a selfmade Tricycle made for me

Research & Mobility-Dairy

Map based on data from OpenStreetMap  (License CC-BY SA 2.0) 2024-11-28 20:15 CET

CityMap by OPENCITYPLANS

edited by christoph picco

The project is grounded in a user-centered research process combining self-observation, quantitative analysis, and contextual inquiry. A structured mobility diary was used to record everyday travel behavior, including modes of transport, trip purposes, and distances. To assess transport demands in practical terms, grocery loads were systematically weighed and compared with average consumer data. In addition, recent developments in urban infrastructure and mobility policy were analyzed, with particular attention to trends in cycling, accessibility, and inclusive urban planning. This provided a comprehensive framework to situate the design challenge within real-world mobility patterns and broader societal transformations.

Mobility-Dairy

Evaluation

Social MeetUps

Selfcare

Study & Work

Errands and occasional transport tasks

Distances of everyday places

Requirements

20'
A = max. 160 cm
B = -
C = 720 - 900 cm
D = max. 420 cm
E = 750 - 900 cm
F = max. 750

Keywords:

compact
accessable
lightweight

Visual Concept Statement

Ideation

AI - Exploration

AI-generated Exploration with Adobe Firefly

3D-printed Scale Models

Design Freeze

MockUp

Moodboard

CMF-Mood_bearb_2

Branding

The name gironimo combines the Italian word „giro“ – meaning ride, tour, or loop – with the name Geronimo, which is also used as a personal name. This gives the vehicle a personal, almost companion-like character: gironimo becomes more than just a product – it becomes a trusted partner on the road.

 

The association with Geronimo! as an exclamation adds a sense of boldness and motion, while the fact that Geronimo is a human name gives the brand a relatable, almost animate quality – turning the tricycle into a blend between a tool and a friend.

 

As such, gironimo stands for dynamic movement, personality, and confidence – a name that suggests mobility with character.

gironimobrand_history

Functions

Foldable

Transportsysteme

User-Interface & Indicators

Project-Documentation

Presentation & Scale-model

gironimo

Master Thesis

2024

University of Art & Design Linz

Duration

6 months

Supervisior

Univ.-Prof. Mag.art. Elke Bachlmair

Univ.-Prof. Mag.art. Mario Zeppetzauer

 

External:

Dr. Oliver Herwig