MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko na Naoya Katagami

Umushinga MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko wa Naoya Katagami ni uwatsinze igihembo cyubahwa cyane 2026 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze mu Cyiciro cy'Ihiganwa cya Igishushanyo cy'Amashusho.

BuronzeAmashusho· 2026

MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko

na Naoya Katagami

Uwatsinze Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze mu Cyiciro cya Amashusho

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Imigereranyo

Ibyerekeye MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko

Book Text: Uyu mushinga ugaragaza ivugururwa rya MioBar rikaba Gran Caffe nyuma y'imyaka cumi n'itatu rikora. Ibyavuye mu gushushanya birimo agatabo k'amakuru, igitabo cy'amafoto, n'inyuguti zihariye zigaragaza imiterere yujuje ubuziranenge ariko inashobora kwegerwa y'imbere yahinduwe. Hifashishijwe umuco w' resitora z'ikawa z'Ubutaliyani, uyu mushinga ukoresha imikomyi y'ubwubatsi nk'ibimenyetso by'inyandiko kandi uhuza amafoto kugira ngo ugaragaze ibiranga umwanya n'uko abantu bahaba. Ugaragaza iyi resitora y'ikawa nk'umwanya wo guhuza abantu mu rwego rw'aho iherereye.

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Ibyerekeye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. MioBar Primary Function: Igishushanyo cy'Ibitabo n'Inyandiko ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

Inyuma y'Imigereranyo

Dosiye y'Itangazamakuru

Amazina y'abagize uruhare, abagize itsinda n'amakuru y'ubuhanga byatanzwe n'umuhanzi.

Ibintu Bidasanzwe: This project marks the transformation of MioBar into Gran Caffe after 13 years. The brochures and photography were designed to convey the refined atmosphere of the renewed space, inspired by the elegance of historic Italian cafes. A custom typeface, subtly echoing the bar's architectural curves, reinforces the identity. More than a place to drink coffee, it aspires to embody the cultural essence of cafes as timeless spaces for reflection and connection.
Ibipimo n'Ipaki: Leaflet: A6, 8 pages, folded brochure.
Menu: A3, single-sheet.
Photo book LULTIMOGIORNO: B5, 124 pages.
Typeface Rinata: custom original type created specifically for MioBar.
All elements feature original photography by the designer.
Ibibazo Fatizo: Hiroshima, Gran Caffe, Italian Cafe Culture, Graphic Design, Leaflet, Photography, Book Design, Custom Typeface, Visual Communication, Branding
Ikoranabuhanga ryo Guteza Imbere: The project combined custom typography, editorial design, and photography. An original typeface was created, inspired by the curved architectural features of the renovated cafe interior. The leaflet was realized through color photography shot with Leica equipment, while the photo book LULTIMOGIORNO was produced using monochrome film that I photographed and self-developed. This hands-on process, from capture to refinement, ensured a unified and authentic visual identity aligned with the Gran Caffe's ambience.
Ikibazo cy'Ishusho: The main challenge was translating the essence of a Gran Caffe into visual communication without reducing it to decoration. Balancing historical references with contemporary sensibility required close study of architectural curves and cultural symbols. Limited resources and alignment with the client's renovation vision added complexity, but addressing these constraints resulted in a design that resonates authentically with both space and community.
Ubushakashatsi: Research for this project focused on the cultural and spatial role of cafes, particularly the transition from a neighborhood bar to a Gran Caffe. The objective was to explore how architecture, typography, and visual communication shape atmosphere and memory. Methods included observing Italian cafe traditions and analyzing spatial curves, which inspired the custom typeface Rinata. Findings indicated that careful design can elevate daily experiences and reinforce cultural identity.
Ibyatumye Habaho: Editorial Design

The inspiration came from the transformation of MioBar into a "Gran Caffe," envisioned as a cultural space rather than just a coffee bar. The aim was to express the spirit of its refined yet welcoming interior through graphic design. Drawing from the curved architectural details, I created the original typeface Rinata, complemented with photography to capture both atmosphere and story. The result is a design that not only informs but also evokes the essence of cafe culture.
Igihe cy'Umushinga: The project began in March 2025 in Hiroshima, Japan, with the renovation of MioBar into Gran Caffe Mio. The design work, including leaflet, photo book, and custom typography, was completed by June 2025 in Hiroshima, and officially presented to the public at the cafe's reopening in July 2025.
Uburyo bw'Imikorere: This project goes beyond a simple restaurant renovation, aiming to convey the essence of a Gran Caffe to the local community. The leaflet serves as an accessible guide, while the photo book offers a reflective experience of the renewed space. Combined with custom typography, these elements invite people in Hiroshima to engage with the cafe and the cultural heritage it represents.
Abafotoye: Naoya Katagami