A vibrant brand identity for Boucan restaurant and bistro-bar, blending French brasserie heritage with playful, expressive graphic design.

When design meets convivial energy, spaces become more than just places to eat, they become cultural experiences. That’s exactly the visual alchemy behind Boucan, a neighbourhood restaurant and bistro-bar brought to life through a playful, expressive brand identity by Ogaf Studio.

Located in Nantes, Boucan is all about lively gatherings: where friends stop by for a midday feast, raise a glass in the evening, or turn the bar into a weekend dancefloor. Ogaf’s challenge was to visually translate this spirited identity into a brand system that feels as dynamic as the venue itself.

Heritage Meets Modern Festivity

Instead of leaning on classic brasserie tropes, the team reimagined them, fusing visual heritage with contemporary design. The result is a brand identity that’s rich, colorful, and expressive:

• A logo system with multiple variations reflecting Boucan’s multifaceted personality.
   
• Bold graphic elements and lively typography that sometimes feels almost in motion.
   
• A visual universe that’s pop, energetic, and unpretentious, much like the venue’s philosophy.
   

Design That Lives Everywhere

What makes this project particularly compelling is how the identity extends beyond just a logo:

• Custom printed steel panels, bespoke patterns and wallpapers, and wood bar details anchor the branding in the physical space.
   
• A fully integrated website and digital presence carry the same festive voice online.
   
• A suite of photo, film, and social templates was developed to empower Boucan’s own team to tell their story across channels.
   

The Boucan project illustrates a key lesson in modern hospitality branding: great identities don’t just look good, they perform across environments, from a bustling lunch crowd to late-night celebrations