Sans Faceted Henu 4 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Tradesman' by Grype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, wayfinding, technical, architectural, futuristic, industrial, minimal, space saving, geometric look, systematic feel, modern tone, octagonal, angular, monoline, condensed, geometric.
A condensed, monoline sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with crisp planar facets. Bowls and rounds resolve into octagonal shapes, with consistent stroke weight and square-cut terminals throughout. Proportions are tall and space-efficient, with a compact footprint and a steady, vertical rhythm; counters stay open despite the narrow build, and the numerals follow the same faceted logic for a cohesive set.
This style is well suited to headlines, titles, and short bursts of copy where its faceted geometry can be appreciated—such as tech branding, product marks, packaging, and event or poster typography. It can also work for signage and wayfinding systems that benefit from a compact, vertically oriented sans, especially at moderate-to-large sizes.
The overall tone feels engineered and modern, with a measured, schematic precision. Its sharp cornering and streamlined widths suggest a futuristic, industrial sensibility rather than a humanist or casual voice.
The design appears intended to translate a geometric, faceted construction into an efficient condensed sans, delivering a distinctive angular look while keeping letterforms disciplined and system-like. It prioritizes uniform structure and sharp corner treatment to evoke a technical, contemporary aesthetic.
The faceting is applied consistently across caps, lowercase, and figures, creating a distinctive “cut metal” silhouette in words. In continuous text it reads cleanly at larger sizes, while the narrow widths and angular joins can make letters look similar in dense settings, emphasizing its display-leaning character.