Sans Faceted Pahe 1 is a light, normal width, monoline, italic, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: ui labels, dashboards, coding, schematics, signage, tech, industrial, futuristic, retro, utilitarian, precision, modernity, systematization, motion, angular, faceted, chamfered, square, geometric.
This typeface is built from crisp, faceted strokes with chamfered corners and squared-off curves, producing octagonal and planar counters where a conventional sans would be round. Strokes maintain an even rhythm and consistent thickness, with a forward slant that adds speed and directionality without introducing calligraphic contrast. The proportions feel compact and disciplined, with rectangular bowls and tight apertures that keep letterforms efficient and mechanically regular across upper- and lowercase as well as figures.
Well-suited to compact UI text, panels, dashboards, and technical labeling where consistent spacing and a strong geometric rhythm are beneficial. It also fits display roles such as sci‑fi titling, industrial branding, and short headlines where its faceted construction can be a central stylistic cue.
The overall tone is technical and utilitarian, evoking instrumentation, interface lettering, and engineered systems. Its sharp geometry and steady cadence lend a futuristic, industrial feel, while the slanted construction adds a sense of motion and urgency.
The design appears intended to translate a sans structure into a planar, engineered aesthetic, replacing curves with clipped facets while preserving clear skeletons for everyday readability. The forward slant and systematic corner treatment suggest a focus on conveying speed, precision, and a machine-made voice.
Distinctive detailing comes from the repeated use of clipped terminals and angled joins, which creates a modular, cut-metal look across the alphabet and numerals. The figures and capitals share the same squared geometry, helping the font read as a cohesive system rather than a purely humanist italic.