Sans Faceted Ilko 2 is a very light, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: display, ui labels, signage, posters, branding, futuristic, technical, geometric, minimalist, digital, sci-fi styling, systematic geometry, modern labeling, interface clarity, faceted, angular, octagonal, wireframe, linear.
A linear, geometric sans with sharp planar facets replacing curves, giving many bowls and rounds an octagonal, chamfered construction. Strokes are uniform and very thin, with crisp terminals and frequent open corners that create a clean, wire-like texture. Proportions are compact and space-efficient, with straightforward cap structures and a consistent, engineered rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. Numerals follow the same faceted logic, with the 0 rendered as a ring-like octagon and other digits built from straight segments and angled joins.
Best suited to display contexts where its faceted geometry can be appreciated—interface headings, product labeling, wayfinding, and tech-forward branding. It also works for posters and short text settings that benefit from a precise, architectural texture, especially on light backgrounds at moderate to large sizes.
The overall tone feels futuristic and technical, like labeling from instrumentation, sci‑fi interfaces, or schematic diagrams. Its faceted geometry reads precise and controlled, projecting a cool, minimalist character rather than warmth or calligraphic personality.
The design appears intended to translate a geometric, chamfered aesthetic into a coherent sans alphabet, prioritizing planar facets and consistent stroke logic over traditional curves. It aims for a modern, engineered look that reads as systematized and contemporary in both titling and short-form text.
The segmented construction creates distinctive silhouettes for round letters and helps maintain a consistent visual system across the set, but the very thin strokes and open joins suggest it will read best when given adequate size and contrast. The design’s angularity produces a crisp sparkle in text, with a slightly modular cadence that emphasizes geometry over softness.