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Footwear Design Portfolio

PROJECT I.  Brooks Running concept project inspired by the mechanics of a traditional Bellows pump and some arachnid's "book lungs" respiratory systems.  See full project section for additional details/ ideation.
PROJECT II.  Under Armour concept project creating a shoe capable of limiting ankle-roll injuries.  In addition, a design allowing the athlete to eliminate the need to wear heavy ankle taping or bulky, traditional figure-8 strap ankle braces in sports like basketball, volleyball and football.  For additional details and ideation please see the full project section.
PROJECT III.   Hoka One One Organic Waves project which focuses on the use of organic fibers woven into the upper creating its structure as well as the main design theme.  This is project is currently a work in progress that I will continue to update... 
PROJECT IV.  Adidas Multiclimate concept project with the goal of designing a performance running shoe that can be worn year-round without the compromises of traditional seasonal footwear.  For additional details and ideation please see the full project section.
PROJECT V.  If humanity's future is on Mars, then we will need footwear up to the challenge of everyday life and the exploration of our new home.  This is a current project I am working on that combines space-grade technologies, materials and future concepts with a mechanical closure system that I have been thinking about for some time now.  For additional details and ideation please see the full project section.
PROJECT VI.  Adidas Running project inspired by the gills of a Mako shark.  The design incorporates the traits and coloring of the Mako shark into a "fast and dangerous" running shoe.  For additional details and ideation please see the full project section.
Footwear Design Portfolio
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Footwear Design Portfolio

Footwear Design Portfolio

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