The Cuisson is a modern culinary studio created by chef Duyen Ha. The identity needed to feel refined and informed by her experience studying in France, while avoiding the familiar visual language of traditional French restaurants.

It also needed to sit naturally alongside Bondle, Duyen’s wine project. The two brands would exist within the same wider world, so they needed a sense of connection without appearing identical.

A culinary brand identity with a French influence

Rather than relying on obvious French symbols, we introduced the influence through typography, composition and attitude.

The primary display typeface is expressive and confident, with a creative edge that feels subtly European. It gives the brand a strong presence while remaining contemporary and slightly unexpected.

For the secondary logo, we explored a more emblematic composition. The letters C and S are vertically aligned and combined in an abstract form, creating a compact mark that can work across menus, social content, printed materials and smaller brand applications.

Alongside this, we developed a distinctive icon using a double “S” form, merged into a fluid symbol that subtly references the movement of a flame. This detail connects directly to the culinary nature of the brand, introducing a sense of heat, transformation and craft without becoming literal. It adds another layer of meaning to the identity while remaining minimal and versatile.

A softer supporting typeface balances the statement lettering, while a clean sans serif introduces clarity and contrast.

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Creating cohesion with Bondle

The relationship with Bondle was considered throughout the process.

The Cuisson needed enough distinction to communicate its own vibrant culinary personality, but the two identities also had to feel credible when seen together.

A rich emerald green became the foundation of the palette, paired with a warm yellow that introduces energy and optimism. Both colours work confidently on their own, together or alongside Bondle blue.

This allows the brands to share a visual environment without forcing them into the same system.

Extending the identity into the website

To bring everything together, we designed a website that connects all of Duyen’s projects within one cohesive digital space: https://www.chefduyenha.com

The website acts as a central platform, introducing The Cuisson, Bondle and her wider work through a calm, considered experience. Soft transitions and subtle motion create a sense of flow, echoing the fluidity of the brand identity and the rhythm of culinary practice.

The structure focuses on clarity and storytelling. It presents Duyen’s philosophy, her approach to food and hospitality, and the services she offers, while allowing each project to retain its own identity within the broader ecosystem.

The result is a digital presence that feels refined and intuitive, guiding visitors through her work without overwhelming them, and reinforcing the connection between her different ventures.

The Cuisson is a modern culinary studio created by chef Duyen Ha.

A bold but controlled result

The finished identity feels modern, characterful and assured. Its French influence is present without becoming thematic, while the colour palette gives The Cuisson a recognisable energy of its own.

The result is a culinary brand identity that reflects both the refinement of Duyen’s background and the expressive, contemporary nature of the studio.

It is distinctive independently, cohesive beside Bondle and flexible enough to support The Cuisson as it develops.

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Behind the Brand: Building a Distinctive Identity for The Cuisson