# Stylish Space-Saving Exercise Bikes 'The-O' Exercise Bike Hides in Plain Sight for Anytime Use By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theo-exercise-bike References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/11/10/this-space-saving-exercise-bike-doubles-as-a-functional-yet-stylish-piece-of-furniture/)  'The-O' exercise bike is a style-conscious piece of equipment for athletic individuals seeking out a way to keep a workout solution in their space without having to dedicate a whole room to it. The bike is ultra-modern in design thanks to a [metallic frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martoni-cardio-speeder) that is paired with a pair of pedals that will allow riders to get a bit of exercise as they sit on the seat, reading or watching TV. This makes it subsequently great for [open-concept living spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenko) and will function as a shelf for placing decor items when not in use or simply hide out of the way. 'The-O' exercise bike is the design work of Kim Dambi, Kim Kyung Jin, Park Sangjin and Park Sung Soon, and is designed in two size options to suit different preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Style-conscious Exercise Equipment:** Designing exercise equipment that seamlessly blends into living spaces and complements home decor. - **Multi-functional Exercise Equipment:** Creating exercise equipment that doubles as furniture or has multiple uses beyond exercise. - **Connected Exercise Equipment:** Incorporating technology and connectivity into exercise equipment, allowing for personalized workouts and tracking. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fitness Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can explore design-focused exercise equipment that appeals to consumers seeking style-conscious workout solutions. - **Smart Home Technology:** Smart home technology companies can incorporate exercise equipment that seamlessly integrates with home decor and other smart home devices. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can create exercise spaces that incorporate multi-functional exercise equipment, providing clients with luxurious and practical design solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decor-Matching Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/around-spinning-bike.md) - [Exercise Bike-Concealing Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botier-for-bike.md) - [Industrial At-Home Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-spin-bike.md) - [Immersive Futuristic Fitness Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ex8s-connect-bike.md) - [Comfort-Focused Stationary Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-bike-s.md) - [Integrated Home Gym Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottogano.md) - [Automotive Brand Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-smart-spinning-bike.md) - [Smart Resistance Rowing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-rower-a1.md) - [Realistic Riding Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muoverti-tilt-indoor-smart-bike.md)