Interview about Risefit Outdoor Fitness, winner of the A' Sporting Goods, Fitness and Recreation Equipment Design Award 2023
Risefit is an outdoor fitness series with strong and bold properties. It displays and provides what indoor gym equipment can and allows even more. Risefit outdoor fitness equipment is designed and constructed with a fresh angle and, aimed to give out a strong and energetic feeling. It is built to match demanding physical training goals with consideration of fitness level or ability. This product family presents an outdoor gym experience and it creates sustainable and preferable options. The demand to train outside was the main inspiration for this product.
View detailed images, specifications, and award details on A' Design Award & Competition website.
View Design DetailsAt Budero, we aim not only to prioritize functionality in our designs but also to create an aesthetic experience. When designing Risefit Outdoor Fitness, our goal was to harmonize the natural essence of the outdoors with the discipline of indoor gyms. We achieved this integration by focusing on modern fitness habits, tailoring every detail to the user’s needs. Additionally, we ensured that our designs would feel less like a typical workout area and more like a lifestyle space. Balancing aesthetics and usability was key, and winning this award is a tremendous honor for us.
At Budero, we have a habit of creating iconic details in every project. We knew this particular point would stand out and become a defining feature. Structurally, it serves as a joint area, which could have been addressed in many ways. To maintain a sense of fluidity and strength in the product’s design, this point evolved into its current form. In fact, we’ve documented this progression in images and displayed it chronologically on Budero’s website.
We envisioned a future where the pandemic would eventually end, and societal life would return to normal. Additionally, we observed that during the pandemic (perhaps due to the closure of gyms), people realized the benefits and joy of exercising outdoors. We adapted old habits to align with the new regulations while keeping this perspective in mind.
When the client first briefed us, we started from scratch in terms of the design’s direction. However, I always had the idea that it needed to stand out from existing products. We needed something unique and fresh for outdoor use. From there, early sketches emerged, which weren’t far from the final design. These sketches were refined and evolved into what we have today.
Since these products are often installed in public spaces for general use, they needed to appeal to beginners as well as semi-professional athletes. We achieved this by differentiating levels of difficulty, accessibility, and experiences. Additionally, I had this belief: the product should be so visually appealing that it draws people in. I think we managed to achieve that to some extent.
The design of the stations was already informed by academic and professional insights. Later, we utilized our expertise in interface design to create instructions that a beginner could easily understand without confusing a professional athlete. Furthermore, the plaques only include mandatory regulatory information without additional text. This ensures universal understanding, regardless of the country or language. These interfaces and training options are also well-suited for integration with a mobile app - perhaps a feature we can activate in the future.
We have extensive experience and expertise in designing and manufacturing outdoor products. By combining the right materials with appropriate production techniques, we resolved these challenges effectively.
Absolutely, their input was invaluable. These discussions took place during the early stages of the design process. As a result, the product was designed based on this feedback, rather than retrofitting or adapting existing designs to meet their suggestions.
Great question. We found existing market offerings to be outdated and insufficient. Many products were purchased out of habit rather than deliberate choice. By observing the dynamics of knowledgeable customers and the new generation of fitness enthusiasts, we identified a need for change. Instead of using traditional, outdated exercises, we incorporated modern and trendy alternatives targeting the same muscle groups. This became a core principle of our approach.
As I mentioned earlier, even Risefit will eventually become outdated. The science of training continues to evolve, introducing exercises for muscles that were previously overlooked. This progression impacts everything from workout programs and equipment to athlete nutrition. Therefore, Risefit must stay updated, adapting to trends and advancements to remain relevant.
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