Felt the Future
walking with wool - circular shoes
Shoes have become throwaway products. Millions end up in german landfills annually due to complex material blends that prevent recycling. This project reimagines circular footwear through a radical monomaterial approach, using only wool: fully compostable, without synthetic materials, adhesives, or chemicals. Two contrasting prototypes, a handsewn Brogue and a CNC-milled clog demonstrate how traditional shoemaking and digital fabrication create durable, elegant shoes that return completely to nature.
Company/Institution
Hochschule für Gestaltung Pforzheim
Country
Germany
Designer(s)
Philipp Remus
Philipp Remus is a Stockholm-based product designer from Freiburg, Germany, bridging material research, circular design, and craft. His focus on wool stems from formative experiences on a sheep farm, sparking his interest in reimagining wool's potential. He holds a Bachelor's in Industrial Design from Pforzheim University. His work gained international recognition: iF Design Student Award 2025, German Design Council Award, Bundespreis Ecodesign award. He is currently pursuing his Master's at Konstfack University Stockholm, developing expertise in ecoliterate design and material research.