DAMNº

Damn - Issue 89, 20 Years

20 Years of DAMN°: A Shared Journey of Vision, Reflection, and Bold Design

Two decades ago, we set out on a journey that was as uncertain as it was exciting. DAMN° began as more than a magazine — it was an idea, an experiment, a belief that design could be more than aesthetic — that it could push boundaries, challenge norms, and even provoke.

Now, looking back at these 20 years, we are filled with gratitude for what DAMN° has become, and for the people who brought us here. This anniversary is not just a milestone; it’s a testament to the power of design as a way of life, a way of seeing the world, and a force for change.

So this issue isn’t merely another publication, it’s a celebration and a tribute to the creators who opened up their minds and studios, inviting us and our readers into their worlds. A tribute to all of you who have followed us en route — readers hungry for ideas that defy convention and dive deeply into the interplay of design, culture, and creativity.

Twenty voices appear in this issue, voices that speak to our mission and inspire us every day. These designers shape not only spaces but cultural landscapes — they are visionaries who see the bigger picture and imagine what design means for a planet in transition.
The designers, whose practice has evolved over the years, tell us about the path they have taken, revealing how they’re addressing the pressing themes of our time, sometimes in very unexpected ways. Sustainability, innovation, and a commitment to craft all feel essential in an era that often values speed over substance. Speaking with these individuals about how they examine the status quo by asking: “What kind of world are we building?”

At DAMN° we’ve always believed that design is about ideas that have an impact. This anniversary edition, in particular, is our manner of looking at both where we’ve been and where we are going. Design has such a unique role to play in reimagining our future — and this is our invitation to everyone who feels that call.
So here’s to the journey we’ve taken together over the past two decades, and to the new horizons we’ll be exploring in the years to come. We are thrilled to continue this path together with each of you — our readers, our contributors, our creative partners — as we move forward into the next chapter of DAMN°.

20 Years of DAMN°, 20 Interviews

Aldo Bakker
Alfredo Häberli
Claesson Koivisto Rune
Formafantasma
Humberto Campana
Ilkka Suppanen
Ineke Hans
Inga Sempé
Jasper Morrison
Jurgen Bey
Konstantin Grcic
Martí Guixé
Martino Gamper
Michael Young
Michele de Lucchi
Muller Van Severen
OpenStructures
Pearson Lloyd
Peter Saville
Richard Hutten