Top Design Agencies in France

France's design sector balances creative tradition with contemporary commercial thinking. French agencies work across brand identity, visual communication, packaging, and strategic design, supporting organisations building memorable visual systems and brand experiences.

This directory highlights design agencies with a clear presence in France and demonstrated experience in brand design, graphic identity, and visual communication.

How we selected these agencies

The agencies featured in this directory were selected based on relevance, quality, and their connection to the French design ecosystem.

Selection criteria included:

• Clear positioning as a design agency or brand identity specialist

• A verified website domain that resolves

• Demonstrated design work across identity systems, packaging, or visual communication

• Publicly available portfolios, case studies, or client work

• Connection to the French market (HQ or strong local presence)

This list is editorially curated and does not imply ranking or endorsement beyond relevance and quality.

Design agencies in France

Carré Noir

Paris-based strategic design agency founded in 1973, now part of Publicis Groupe. Specialises in corporate branding, consumer branding, retail design, and digital branding. Works with major brands including La Redoute, Kronenbourg, and the City of Paris.

Dragon Rouge

Global independent creative agency founded in 1984, specialising in graphic design, branding, and packaging. Operates internationally with over 300 creative talents, designers, and strategists.

Graphéine

Brand design agency active for over 25 years with offices in Paris and Lyon. Specialises in brand strategy, visual identities, naming, logo creation, and graphic design systems.

Be Dandy

Strategic branding agency founded in 2010, specialising in strategy, architecture, and design for luxury and corporate brands. Works across sectors including fashion, food and beverage, and finance.

Blackpizza

Independent multidisciplinary design studio based in Paris. Creates brand identities, UX/UI experiences, and packaging. Works with brands on digital design, brand strategy, and commercial solutions.

Studio M

Creative agency with offices in Paris and Antwerp. Specialises in art direction, graphic design, branding, photography, video production, and e-commerce development.

Leroy Tremblot

Brand design agency founded in 1984, specialising exclusively in sports branding. Part of The Fan Syndicate group. Works with rights holders, sponsors, and event organisers including UEFA, French Rugby Federation, and Ligue 1.

Midi:Quinze

Design agency established in 2017, specialising in branding. Creates visual identities, artistic direction, packaging, typefaces, illustrations, websites, and editorial objects.

Who this directory is for

This directory is useful for:

• Brand teams planning identity projects, rebrands, or visual system development in France

• Companies evaluating French design agencies for graphic design and branding projects

• Organisations seeking packaging design, naming, or brand architecture expertise

• Marketing teams shortlisting creative partners for strategic design work

What these agencies help with

French design agencies typically support work including:

• Brand strategy and positioning

• Logo design and visual identity systems

• Brand architecture and naming

• Packaging and product design

• Design systems and brand guidelines

• Retail design and environmental graphics

• Digital brand experiences and interface design

• Motion design and animation

Projects often span brand creation, refreshes, extensions, and ongoing brand stewardship.

How to choose the right design agency

When evaluating French design agencies, consider:

Strategic capability and process – Determine whether the agency offers strategic brand consulting alongside design execution, or focuses primarily on craft and visual output.

Portfolio and sector experience – Review published work to assess design quality, conceptual thinking, and experience in your category (luxury, FMCG, corporate, retail, sport).

Agency scale and structure – Match agency size to project needs. Boutique studios offer hands-on craft; larger agencies within groups provide capacity and international reach.

Cultural and aesthetic sensibility – French agencies often bring design heritage and visual sophistication. Assess whether their aesthetic approach aligns with your brand positioning.

Client relationships and collaboration – Understand how the agency structures client engagement, iteration processes, and whether senior leadership remains involved throughout delivery.

Language and location – Most French agencies work in French and English. Clarify communication preferences, particularly for international rollouts or multinational teams.

Ready to explore French design agencies?

Use this directory to identify agencies whose expertise, aesthetic approach, and portfolio align with your design needs. Visit their websites to review case studies and service offerings, then reach out to discuss your project requirements and approach.