DAMN°90 – Signature

DAMN° is an independent publication with open-minded views on the interchangeable worlds of design, architecture and art. In making meaningful connections rather than dictating tastes, its approach to storytelling brings editorial content beyond hype or conventional academic debate. Unafraid to link the personal and the political, the economic and the emotional, the stylistic and the social, DAMN° is ultimately about discoveries that aim to provoke a reaction…whether it be a thought or a smile.

In this issue:

Guest curator Muller Van Severen

Starting in 2025, DAMN° magazine is introducing a dynamic new approach by inviting a guest curator for each issue. Working alongside the editorial team, the curator will explore a chosen theme, bringing fresh perspectives and unique insights to every edition.

This collaboration is intended to foster dialogue, challenge boundaries, and deliver thought-provoking content that resonates with DAMN°’s diverse audience.

For the first guest edition, curators Fien Muller and Hannes Van Severen will create 48 unique pages on the theme of “Signature.” These pages will reveal the process behind their new collections, which are set to launch during Salone del Mobile in Milan this year.

The Spring/Summer 2025 issue (#90) will explore the evolving concept of “signature”—the distinctive mark that defines and authenticates the identity of creators, brands, and institutions. This issue will delve into how signature elements—whether in furniture, automotive design, fashion, art, architecture, or technology—serve as expressions of vision, craftsmanship, and authenticity. All content will be presented through the critical lens of DAMN°’s writers, infused with a touch of humor and perspective.