Description Lilt is a balance bike designed to support children’s early motor development through stability, simplicity, and intuitive use.
The frame uses oak wood as the main load-bearing element, providing structural strength, while industrial plastic components are used where precision and reduced weight are required.
The product is built from recyclable materials and designed for straightforward disassembly, allowing its components to be separated and recycled at the end of its lifecycle. By focusing on clear structure, reduced weight, and ergonomic proportions, the bike encourages children to develop balance, coordination, and confidence through movement.
Innovation The project explores a structural approach that separates material roles. Wood is used where strength and tactile quality are essential, while plastic components are introduced where precision, weight reduction, and repeatability are needed.
The design is also guided by end-of-life considerations: components are separated by material type and connected using standard fasteners, allowing straightforward disassembly and improved recyclability. This approach extends the design thinking beyond use, addressing what happens to the product once it reaches the end of its lifecycle.
Product Detail The frame is made from solid oak wood as the primary structural element. Plastic components are designed to be produced from recyclable HDPE, a polymer widely used in children’s products due to its strength, impact resistance, and safety. The product is assembled using standard fasteners such as screws, nuts, and off-the-shelf bearings, enabling straightforward assembly, maintenance, and part replacement.
Specification Designed for children aged approximately 2–5 years.
Lightweight construction enables easy handling by both child and caregiver.
Adjustable seat height allows adaptation to different body sizes during early growth stages.
The product can be manufactured in different color combinations while maintaining the natural wood finish. Compact proportions support indoor and outdoor use.
