Czinger’s 21C hypercard, built using 3D printing and AI, has set multiple speed records this summer, showcasing the power of Devergent’s innovative manufacturing system. Developed by the father-son duo behind Czinger, the platform reduces material waste and increases efficiency, with ambitions to revolutionize car production across industries. Their “end-to-end” design process could help mass-market automakers produce lighter, more sustainable vehicles in the future.

While Czinger only plans to produce 80 cars or so, they plan to license out their manufacturing process to other automakers. Through this 3D printing process this can drastically increase structure performance, material waste, and shorten supply chains.

Assembly OSM, a modular construction startup, recently built a prototype apartment in Brooklyn using their innovative “post-modular” system, which assembles pre-fabricated parts from a global supply network. The method, designed to improve cost, speed efficiency, enable the construction of a three-story building in less than a day. The company plans to scale the system for taller buildings and is working on a 15-story project in Harlem. Assembly has raised over $60 million in funding to refine this approach.

Modular construction has been attempted in the past, however Assembly OSM has developed a manufacturing and supply chain that modualizes building components and structure rather than living pods. This allows developers to have more architectural freedom and expression with their spaces.

On’s new Cloudboom Strike LS sneaker uses light spray technology to 3D-print its upper foot sock in just 6 minutes, reducing production time and embodied carbon. The process involves spraying a continuous TPU filament around a food mold. The filament allows for precise control stretch and support. This method reduces the sneakers complexity from over 100 parts to just five, and cuts 75% of the shoes embodied carbon. ‘On’ hopes to scale this tech for rapid customizable shoe production on demand.

Topiaris Landscape Architecture has completed a groundbreaking 6.2-kilometer pedestrian and cycling trail along the Tagus River that transforms infrastructure into ecological experience. The Loures Riverfront features a raised wooden boardwalk elevated between 1 and 5.5 meters above ground level, meandering through 100 hectares of marshlands while avoiding straight lines in favor of gentle curves that allow observation of diverse habitats from multiple perspectives. At kilometer two, "The Tagus Circle" forms a perfect loop enabling visitors to observe salt marsh ecosystems in their different stages—from mudflats exposed at low tide to lower salt marshes with pioneer vegetation. Rather than expediting transit from point A to point B, the project encourages slower environmental engagement, inviting users to observe birds, rest while overlooking the river, and immerse themselves in marsh sounds. The trail connects Lisbon to Vila Franca de Xira as part of a metropolitan strategy to establish continuous Tagus riverfront access, significantly impacting daily commuter patterns while reducing CO2 emissions. This project reframes mobility as a cultural and ecological act, transforming daily commutes into environmental education experiences.

The Antinori Winery, designed by Archea Associati, is embedded into the rolling hills of Tuscany. The design aims to merge architecture with the surrounding landscape, using the earth and vineyards as part of its roof. The underground structure allows for ideal conditions for wine production, while natural light enters through subtle cuts in the terrain. The project combines innovation with tradition, using local materials and creating harmony between man-made structures and nature.

The Actina speaker, inspired by tree-shaped sea anemones, delivers 360° surround sound through 12 tweeters arranged on its top and woofer at the base. Its unique, transparent glass design adds a striking visual element, enhancing both the aesthetic and audio experience. With its powerful 12.1 audio output, the speaker is designed for immersive soundscapes, ideal for enjoying rich musical compositions.