CURATIO: the symbiose of art and living
In January 2027, during Maison&Objet, designer, interior architect, and artistic director Thomas Haarmann shifts the spotlight onto a different dimension of design—one that is exclusive, emotional, and deeply crafted. Welcome to CURATIO, a suspended moment in time nestled at the heart of the Signature sector.
For its eagerly awaited third edition, this minimal, couture-inspired capsule returns with a selection of brands and visionary creators. Each one expresses a unique voice, yet together they compose a harmonious dialogue. As Maison&Objet’s curator, Thomas Haarmann shares the story behind.
What will visitors discover at CURATIO from January 14 to 18?
T.H: New French and international signatures. I sought out talents in Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and of course France. A constellation of creative languages united by a shared devotion to Beauty. CURATIO brings a fresh breath to creation with a capital C, and to contemporary craftsmanship that speaks freely and boldly.
So visitors come seeking an exclusive experience?
T.H: They come to encounter a unique Dialogue - between objects, materials, and artistic sensibilities. A piece powerful in its delicacy speaks to a more sculptural work. Function meets artistic expression. CURATIO is an experience of contrasts in perfect harmony.
What was your vision for the scenography?
T.H: I imagined a monochrome environment—intimate, tactile, and contemplative. A space where visitors can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with creative intuition. The scenography is designed to reveal each piece, not overshadow it. “Less is more,” as Mies van der Rohe famously said.
If you had to describe the CURATIO Talents casting for January 2027 in one word?
T.H: Symbiosis
