Tin&Ed Mine the Rich History of Nike's Air Force 1

The work of powerhouse creative outfit Tin&Ed is hard to pin down. One moment they’re moulding concrete, the next they’re creating video projections. But even though their mediums vary, each mind-bending piece shares a similar goal: to satisfy the pair’s curiosity.

With that in mind, it was an unmissable opportunity for them to team up with  to explore the heritage and perennial appeal of the . Not only does the classic silhouette provide the perfect canvas for creative capers, it also offers decades of history for inspiration.

To celebrate Battle Force, Nike’s streetball symposium, the duo have taken the Air Force 1 in a new direction with signature panache. We chatted with them about their design process and their larger-than-life piece.