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Nike Unveils Revolutionary 3D Printing Procedure
Read today’s standout stories redefining design at Parametric Architecture!

For today’s edition, we’ve got a bundle of interesting articles, insights, and trends just for you. Let’s take a look:
Ceramic 3D printing is revolutionizing material possibilities, blending precision with artistic creativity to produce intricate, durable objects.
How computational design shapes footwear delves into the future of fashion, showing how algorithms and design processes are reshaping the way shoes are conceptualized and made.
Looking for inspiration for your next 3D project? These 10 objects are perfect examples of what’s possible with 3D printing, pushing boundaries in both form and function.
Nike’s 3D printing procedure unveils the brand’s next step in footwear innovation, using 3D printing to create customizable and high-performance designs.
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Ceramic 3D Printing: The Next Wave of Sustainable Interiors
3D printing is expanding interior design by allowing materials like sand, wood, marble, and clay, alongside polymers.
How Computational Design Rewrites Footwear’s Future
Imagine a sneaker that molds to your foot like a second skin, its sole a lattice of organic curves so precise it feels like walking on air. This isn’t a distant fantasy, it’s the reality of computational design in the footwear industry today.
Parametric Explorations of Suggestive DesignThis workshop covers parametric design in Grasshopper 3D, focusing on techniques like graph mapping and loop design to create dynamic geometries. The workshop is scheduled for March 8 & 9, 2025. | 3D-Printed Wall PanelsThis workshop will teach you how to design and fabricate custom 3D-printed wall panels for interior or facade applications. By the end of the workshop, participants will have completed a modular interior wall panel composed of nine elements, ready for assembly. The workshop is scheduled for April 5 & 6, 2025. |
10 Creative Objects to Make With a 3D Printer
3D printing unlocks a world of possibilities for creativity. You can create so much, from practical tools to artistic pieces. Here are ten creative objects to inspire your next 3D printing adventure.
Nike Unveils Revolutionary 3D Printing Procedure with New Patent
With an increasing appreciation for high-performing ergonomic design, Nike’s new sustainable process may become a game-changer in the footwear industry.
3D-Printed Earrings Inspired by Coral Growth – ‘Coralea Series’ by JK3D
Coralea Series by JK3D fuses modern technology with the timeless elegance of natural forms. Inspired by the intricate beauty of coral growth and movement, and digitally crafted to create wearable works of art.
100% Biodegradable 3D-Printed Shoes by OXMAN
OXMAN presents a revolutionary class of biologically programmed, computationally grown, and robotically manufactured shoes and textiles that give biodegradable bioplastics the design that their biology deserves.
Victoria Roznowski’s Brick By Bit redefines clay bricks with 3D printing
Victoria Roznowski’s Master’s Thesis, “Brick By Bit,” explores the intersection of computational design and 3D printing to revolutionize clay facade bricks, enhancing thermal properties and integrating greenery for sustainable building practices.
3D-Printed Dune Chess Set by Rory Noble-Turner
Harnessing the latest advancement in Quartz 3D-printing, the Dune Chess Set attempts to create an engaging tactile experience for players whilst capturing sand in its purest, elemental form.
Generative Architecture with AI (SD+FLUX)Learn how to refine AI workflows and explore cutting-edge Generative AI applications being developed at MVRDV, one of the top innovative architectural firms. The workshop is scheduled for March 29 – 30, 2025. | Procedurally Performant PatternsThis workshop focuses on using Houdini for the procedural design of performance-driven patterns in Footwear and Industrial Design, from CAD processing to prototyping. The workshop is scheduled for March 22 & 23, 2025. |
Material-Efficient Hypar Gridshell Roof Built with Castanea Sativa Wood in Friedberg
TSI shows new possibilities with digital fabrication integration and lesser-used, climate-change resilient wood species such as Castanea Sativa.
The Parinee I Tower Lobby, an Immersive Interior Experience by Studio Symbiosis
The Parinee I Tower Lobby in Andheri West, Mumbai, presents a harmonious fusion of exterior architecture and interior design.
Leaves by gt2P Inspires Reflection Through Sculptural Shade
Leaves by gt2P connect us with the sky while offering shade in summer and letting sunlight through in winter, creating a serene, nature-integrated space.
Green Ark, an Endangered Plant Sanctuary in the Heart of Meise Botanical Garden
The structure is situated in the heart of the garden, surrounded by trees, behind the leasehold, and next to the service building. The conservatory houses a precious and extensive living plant collection with species from climate zones all over the world.