# Urban Lumber Trikes The Giuliano Bicycle is Elegantly Inspired by Nature By Ana Lopez | Published 2011-11-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giuliano-bicycle References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/gallery/Giuliano/1380083) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/raffaelloape) The Giuliano ride is another example of how [wooden bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwoody-bicycle-caravan) are becoming more and more popular in the design world, as they give a new twist to metal-framed two-wheelers. Wood is a warm material that also helps to protect the environment because of its recyclable quality. Designed by Raffaello Ape, this bike concept is elegant and simple, making this ride the perfect companion for city dwellers who like to travel in an [eco-friendly style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethunder). Made from wood and carbon fiber, this piece is classic and charming. The creator explains, “It is a [city bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-store) that shows nostalgia towards nature. The technical sandwich of the frame is enhanced by strong craft finishes. The teak coating is an evident reference to the use of this essence in boating.” The Giuliano bicycle has all the elements and details to become the next hot ride. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wooden Bicycles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by creating sustainable and stylish wooden bicycles. - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing environmentally friendly transportation solutions. - **Natural Material Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by exploring the use of natural materials in product design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the bicycle manufacturing industry through the adoption of sustainable materials. - **Transportation Services:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation services industry by incorporating eco-friendly modes of transportation. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the product design industry by integrating natural materials into product aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Off-Road Timber Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravel-wood-bike.md) - [Naturalistic Plant-Based Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astan-bike.md) - [DIY Bicycle Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-wooden-bicycle.md) - [Lightweight Plywood Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electraply-ebike.md) - [Bamboo Electric City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-electric-city.md) - [Lightweight Bamboo Frame eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-easyrider.md) - [Plant Fibre-Based E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummingbird-flax.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo Tourism Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlo-cuba.md) - [Lightweight Eco-Friendly Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srapide.md)