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Winner 2025 / Sports Performance / PERFORMANCE ARTS

길(Gill) : The path

 

 

  • University
    University Of Oregon/ College Of Design
  • Lead Designer
    Sj Han
  • Design Team
    Master Of Science In Sports Product Design
  • Professor
    Carly Mick, Tom Bonamichi
  • Photo credit
    Sj Han
  • Prize
    Winner in PERFORMANCE ARTS, Winner in SNEAKERS, Winner in 3D PRINT FOOTWEAR, Overall winner in SPORTS PERFORMANCE
  • Expertise
    Student

길(Gill): The Path is performance footwear for parkour athletes navigating urban spaces. It meets key needs for flexibility, grip, and shock absorption while encouraging expressive, athletic movement.

Developed through athlete interviews, biomechanical research, and field testing, the shoe integrates 3D printed components and a wide foot shoe last to ensure comfort and anatomical fit. Zonal outsoles address forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot performance.

Inspired by Isamu Noguchi’s belief that everything is sculpture, this design transforms movement into functional, wearable art.

Bio
Designer with a strong foundation in industrial and sports product design, dedicated to harmonizing functionality and aesthetics. Experienced in digital modeling, prototyping, and material analysis with a performance-testing mindset. Proficient in leveraging AI tools to accelerate innovation and deliver user-centered solutions. Collaborative and forward-thinking, I strive to create impactful designs that elevate both performance and visual expression.




Global Footwear Design Award 2025
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