Intensive 3D Printed Footwear Design.
Master parametric modeling and two key printing technologies in 6 weeks with industry pioneer Niu Kang.
This Program Is For:
The Visionary Designer: Ready to push the boundaries of traditional footwear and lead the industry into the digital age.
The Curious Maker: Fascinated by 3D printing? We'll guide you from foundational principles to creating your own functional, wearable art.
Featured Student Work: Creativity in Action
Success Stories from the Industry
Niu Kang
Lead Instructor | 3D Printed Footwear Pioneer
Niu Kang is a trailblazing figure in China's footwear design industry, renowned as the first designer to successfully commercialize 3D-printed shoes. With over 350 unique 3D-printed shoe designs to his credit, he has fundamentally challenged the boundaries of traditional shoemaking.
Expertise & Impact:
Pioneering Work: Seamlessly merges avant-garde creativity with cutting-edge digital design, creating wearable art that redefines structure, comfort, and functionality.
Proven Commercial Success: His brand, NIUKVERLEB, is highly respected in the fashion world for its technical innovation, proving the market viability of 3D-printed footwear.
Industry Leadership: A leading voice in China's intelligent wearable design sector, shifting the paradigm from following trends to setting them with advanced technology.
Latest Breakthrough: In 2025, his collaboration with LUNYX Lab led to a breakthrough in MSTPU super polymer TPU material, breaking a foreign monopoly and establishing a world-leading FDM printing service. This cutting-edge content is integrated into the course, ensuring students learn the most current industry advancements.
Program Details & Enrollment
Teaching Method: Live online classes conducted via Tencent Meeting (Voov Meeting).
Schedule: Every Sunday, 20:00 - 22:00 (Beijing Time).
Program Duration: 1.5 months.
Total Sessions: 12 sessions.
(1 session = 1 academic hour).
Cohort Size: Limited to 5 participants per cohort.
Start Date: A cohort will start immediately once fully enrolled. Otherwise, the start date will be postponed until the cohort is full.
Course Introduction
Master the End-to-End Workflow of 3D Printed Footwear Design
An Intensive, Project-Based Program Covering Two Major 3D Printing Technologies
This course provides a comprehensive journey through the entire process of 3D printed shoe design. You will progress from learning fundamental 3D modeling software for footwear to applying advanced parametric engineering tools. The curriculum is designed to build complete proficiency in designing for 3D printing.
Software You Will Master:
The program offers hands-on experience with industry-standard software, including Rhinoceros (Rhino), Grasshopper, ZBrush, and KeyShot. This suite is carefully selected to cater to absolute beginners, providing a solid foundation, while also enabling experienced designers to deepen their expertise in parametric design.
Exclusive Course Benefits:
A Complete Digital Resource Kit: Gain access to an unparalleled collection of exclusive learning materials, including foundational eBooks and guides.
Powerful Toolkits: Accelerate your workflow with our proprietary parametric design toolkits and essential last (shoe form) databases.
Ready-to-Use Software Packages: Receive all necessary software packages to get started immediately.
A Tangible Reward: Upon successful completion, you will receive a physical pair of FDM 3D-printed shoes produced from your own final design!
Software You'll Master:
Rhinoceros (Rhino): For precise 3D modeling and construction of the shoe form.
Grasshopper: For advanced parametric and algorithmic design, enabling complex and customizable structures.
ZBrush: For intricate organic detailing and sculpting on the shoe's surface.
KeyShot: For creating high-quality, photorealistic renderings of your final designs.
Curriculum Overview
A Glimpse into the Syllabus
The program is structured into two integrated components: Theoretical Foundations and Hands-on, End-to-End Project Practice. The theory modules provide the essential knowledge base, with the primary focus being on practical, project-based learning.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Independently design a basic 3D printed shoe and implement related parametric designs.
Utilize parametric design methodologies effectively in their workflow.
Understand the principles, materials, and processes of both FDM and SLA (Stereolithography) 3D printing technologies.
Apply both FDM and SLA technologies to the practical creation of 3D printed footwear.
Personalized One-on-One Guidance
To ensure your success, every enrolled student will receive dedicated support:
An exclusive course guidance group chat will be established for all participants.
Beyond live sessions, our instructors provide one-on-one online coaching to assist you with specific modeling challenges and parametric program adjustments during your project practice.
This post-class guidance is designed to reinforce learning, solidify your understanding, and ensure you comfortably master the skills of 3D printed shoe design.
Our ultimate goal is to ensure every student keeps pace with the curriculum and achieves their learning objectives.
Enrollment & Consultation
Complete Your Registration & Pre-course Steps
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Our assistant will provide you with detailed course information, guide you through the registration process, and answer any questions you may have.
Refund Policy
14+ days before the course starts:
Full refund (payment processing fees, if any, will be deducted).
7 days to 1 day before the course starts:
80% refund (payment processing fees, if any, will be deducted).
Within 7 days after the course starts, and less than 25% of content viewed:
50% refund. A valid reason with supporting documentation is required (payment processing fees, if any, will be deducted).
After 7 days from the start date OR after viewing over 25% of content:
No refunds are generally granted.
Exceptions may be made only under extreme circumstances (e.g., severe long-term illness, accident, force majeure) with valid official documentation. In such cases, alternative solutions like a partial refund or course credit may be considered, but are not guaranteed.
NIUKVERLEB
Founded in 2019 by designer Niu Kang, NIUKVERLEB is a technology-driven fashion lab brand dedicated to bridging technology and fashion. It brings artistic concepts to life through leading-edge technology expressed in bags, accessories, and apparel.
NIUKVERLEB Lab was the first brand globally to achieve monolithic 3D-printed shoe production. It is now a leader in applying multiple technologies within the fashion industry, including DLP stereolithography, MSTPU FDM high-speed 3D printing, SLS foam printing, full-color Polyjet technology, and jet knitting technology.
NIUKVERLEB's successful integration of technology and fashion fully embodies its core vision of pioneering new possibilities.
