Stencil Tila 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FP København' and 'FP København Sans' by Fontpartners (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, playful, retro, punchy, mechanical, impact, fabricated, thematic, display, geometric, modular, rounded, chunky, compact.
A heavy, geometric display face built from broad strokes with consistent stencil breaks. The forms are largely monolinear in feel with minimal modulation, relying on large counters and rounded outer curves balanced by flat terminals and squared joins. Stencil bridges appear as clean rectangular gaps that cut through bowls, spines, and diagonals, producing a modular, engineered rhythm. Proportions read generously wide with substantial internal space, helping counters stay open even at very dark weights.
Best suited to display typography such as posters, headlines, branding marks, packaging panels, and bold signage where the stencil detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for short callouts and labels that benefit from a rugged, constructed voice, especially at larger sizes.
The overall tone is bold and assertive with an industrial, fabricated feel, while the rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than severe. The repeated stencil interruptions add a utilitarian, signage-like character that can also read as retro-futuristic and playful in large settings.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact through mass and simplified geometry, while using stencil bridges to suggest cut-metal construction and practical reproducibility. The consistent modular breaks create a recognizable signature for thematic applications that want an industrial or retro-tech accent.
The stencil logic is applied consistently across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, creating a strong pattern texture in lines of text. Letterforms favor simple, blocky construction; curves are smooth and full, and the breaks are straight-edged, which emphasizes a machined look. The dense weight and distinctive gaps make it most impactful when given room to breathe.