The latest venture from Detroit’s Heirloom Hospitality, Mad Nice, is a modern Italian restaurant with seamless and sophisticated service, offering a menu with elevated coastal, Italy-meets-Californian vibes — all served up with their signature Detroit sauce.
Continue Reading +Crown Creative developed the visual identity where new ideas meet timeless classics.
The look and feel is drawn directly from elements found throughout both coastal California and Italy including: food and drink traditions, architecture, fashion, culture, and the landscapes of each locale. Referencing these elements informed everything from the choice of color to the typographic styling, the decor, as well as all of the Brand's touch points — all intended to evoke a unique and distinctive style for Mad Nice.
Brand Identity
The identity plays on both the old and the new, between “mad” and “nice”, with contrasting typographic styles. This duality is a source of constant tension within the brand — filling it with energy and intrigue throughout the guest experience.
Project Credits
Ryan Crown
Simon Worthington McQueen
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