Bruno is a branding agency founded in 2012 by Barthélémy and Léonard Chalvet, with offices in Rouen, Paris and London. Named after the founders’ grandfather, the agency brings together strategy, writing, art direction, graphic design, illustration, motion and digital development. Its work spans brand positioning and naming, visual and verbal identities, websites, product interfaces and advertising campaigns. Clients work directly with the specialists assigned to their projects. The team treats an identity as a practical system that must be usable by the people managing it, testing the clarity of its deliverables, training client teams and maintaining contact after launch. Its portfolio includes identities and digital experiences for Qonto, Qwant, Cure51 and Work With Island, along with advertising for McDonald’s and Sumeria.
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2021 · Special Kudos · other
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Paris-based studio Bruno rebranded Ornikar, evolving the French driving school and insurance brand from a youthful disruptor into a trusted companion. The new identity refines its color palette, introduces GT Standard type, and embraces nostalgic French illustration by Maëlle Dubois. The rebrand balances appeal to both young drivers and their parents through authenticity, heritage cues, and user-generated content.
French design studio Bruno rebranded LegalPlace, a SaaS platform for entrepreneurs, to convey expertise and accessibility. The new identity centers on the concept of 'the guide,' featuring a key-shaped logo, balanced typography, and a color palette inspired by administrative materials. The rebrand avoids fleeting trends, aiming for timelessness and trustworthiness in the legal tech space.
The Brand Identity interviews Bruno co-founder Barthélémy Chalvet about the agency’s evolution from a small family business into a 30-person creative studio. The discussion covers their 2024 self-rebrand, growth across new industries, and their unique culture built around collaboration, a four-day work week, and a balance between French and international markets.
Bruno has developed a refreshed visual identity for privacy-focused search engine Qwant, emphasizing trust, progress, and AI integration. The minimalist black-and-white design, custom wordmark, and isometric illustrations by Joanna Ławniczak reflect Qwant’s ethical and reliable positioning. The rebrand also streamlines the user experience with a simplified interface and light/dark modes.