# Modernized Stair-Climbing Wheelchairs The Wheelchair Q5 Tackles Stairs and Rugged Terrain By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-q5 References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/06/05/the-stair-chair/) Those who are differently abled have to rely on elevators in order to get from one floor to another, but the Wheelchair Q5 aims to change this with a design that is completely capable of offering [enhanced mobility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofia-mobility). The wheelchair works by incorporating a series of different modes that can enable it to [climb stairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-x), uneven or rugged terrain and traditional routes. This completely frees a person who [relies on a wheelchair for mobility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-electric-wheelchair) to go virtually anywhere they wish without having to rely on elevators or others for help. The Wheelchair Q5 is the design work of Massimiliano Englaro and also boasts a stylishly modern aesthetic that makes it look more fashionable in comparison to other options out there. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Enhanced Mobility Wheelchairs:** Designing wheelchairs that can climb stairs, tackle rugged terrain as well as traditional routes will enhance the mobility of differently-abled people. - **Multi-functional Personal Mobility Devices:** Creating personal mobility devices that can be used in different modes for various terrains would revolutionize the world of mobility for the differently-abled population. - **Stylishly Modern Mobility Aids:** Integrating fashion and style into mobility aids can provide more freedom and confidence for people with mobility restrictions and disabilities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Devices:** The medical devices industry can incorporate the design of modernized, multi-functional and stylish mobility aids that provide more independence to differently-abled individuals. - **Assistive Technology:** Assistive technology companies can collaborate with designers to create innovative and enabling personal mobility devices for the differently-abled population. - **Fashion and Lifestyle:** The fashion and lifestyle industry can contribute to developing more fashionable and modern mobility devices that help people with disabilities feel more confident and included in society. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-wheelchair.md) - [Upright Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kime-wheelchair.md) - [Wheel-Free Assisted Mobility Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-walk-me.md) - [Adaptive Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roami.md) - [Transformable Lightweight Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheeliy.md) - [Modified Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaning-wheelchair.md) - [Inclusive All-Terrain EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoquad-v2.md) - [Airplane-Friendly Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airchair-wheelchair.md) - [Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robooter.md)