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Michele Di Carlo Creates the 4Steps 3D-Printed Sneaker Concept
Amy Duong — April 5, 2024References: yankodesign & linkedin
Michele Di Carlo designs the 4Steps 3D-printed sneaker concept, which offers a sustainable approach to footwear from a new angle. The shoes tackle the issue of children outgrowing their shoes at a consistent rate, having to buy new ones every few years.
This project has been in development since 2017 and addresses the issues of eco-sustainability in footwear by using the 3D printer to create the 4Steps. It is a resizable pair of lightweight shoes that are only 123 grams. It is made for children aged 6 to 14, who are able to wear the same shoes for up to five years. It uses molded components to create a honeycomb build to customize the shoe to the right fit.
