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Left: Bold "BOUCAN" text. Right: Woman eagerly eating ribs.

Ogaf Studio

France

January 16, 2026

Mindsparkle Mag

Boucan restaurant identity by Ogaf Studio

Ogaf Studio designed the visual identity for Boucan, a neo-brasserie and festive bar located in Nantes, France. Conceived as a lively, generous and welcoming place, Boucan goes far beyond a simple neighborhood bistro. It offers an experience where people come together to enjoy hearty food as much as to toast, laugh and dance.

A graphic on an olive green background features bold, lavender typography spelling "OUVERT" with yellow accents and numbers.
A close-up of a table scattered with empty plates and glasses, featuring a pour of red wine into a glass.

In collaboration with Mono Architecte, Ogaf Studio created a graphic identity that visually captures the spirit of the venue. Modern, unpretentious, boldly festive and deeply convivial. The project revisits the traditional codes of the brasserie by blending visual heritage with contemporary design, resulting in a rich, pop and colorful graphic universe.

A vintage sign in blue and green reads "BOUCAN," above a wooden countertop and red upholstery, with a trailing plant.
A graphic design featuring bold yellow 3D typography against a light blue background, with pricing details shown.

The branding and logo, developed in multiple variations, reflect the many facets of Boucan, while bold graphic choices and expressive, sometimes playful typography bring energy and personality to the brand. The visual identity unfolds across a wide range of bespoke applications, from the website to steel plate prints and custom patterns for the wooden bar, supporting every moment of the venue, from daytime dining to nights when the counter turns into a dance floor.

This work is complemented by an art direction for photography and film, developed with a team of photographers, videographers and developers, allowing Boucan’s communication to fully express itself across all channels.

A brightly colored wall features vertical stripes of red, green, and blue, with empty tables and plants in a modern café.
A woman in a colorful striped shirt prepares to eat a piece of food while holding a plate with greens.
A collection of business cards featuring the word "BOUCAN" in various colors and bold typography against textured backgrounds.
A collection of colorful menus, featuring yellow, orange, and blue designs, stacked and secured with a paper band.
A graphic design featuring bold orange typography against a warm brown background, with the word "OPEN" flanking the title.
A bright bar with a variety of liquor bottles on wooden shelves and a metallic tap system, featuring an illuminated menu.
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