From the dawn of humankind, there has been a formula for making shoes. We cut pieces of leather or cloth, then sew them onto a sole. Today, everything from sneakers to stilettos are made this way.

Just a few months after his graduation, Horatio Han watched one of his prototypes go viral, landing in numerous design blogs, The Daily Beast, and Fast Company. The piece is called Unifold. It’s ...

Explore the innovative EDDY 3D printed footwear designed by Hek Lab for daily wear with a unique lightweight feel.

When approaching the design for an athletic shoe — or for sports equipment in general — performance is key. Numerous factors make up a performance shoe, and the requirements vary by shoe function; ...