Sans Other Bakem 7 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Block' by Stefan Stoychev (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, game titles, posters, headlines, signage, techno, industrial, futuristic, modular, arcade, digital feel, space saving, modular system, display impact, squared, angular, rectilinear, geometric, cornered.
A compact, rectilinear sans built from monoline strokes with squared terminals and consistently rounded outer corners. Counters and bowls are mostly boxy and open, with many forms constructed from straight segments and right angles rather than curves. The overall rhythm is tight and efficient, with tall, narrow capitals, short crossbars, and simplified diagonals that read as engineered shapes rather than calligraphic ones. Numerals and lowercase follow the same modular logic, producing a cohesive, grid-like texture in running text.
Well-suited to short-to-medium text where a futuristic or industrial voice is desired, such as UI labeling, dashboards, tech branding, and sci-fi or game titling. Its narrow footprint and squared forms also work effectively for signage-style headings, packaging callouts, and poster typography where space efficiency and a strong geometric identity are important.
The font conveys a distinctly tech-forward, utilitarian tone—clean, mechanical, and slightly retro-digital. Its modular construction and squared geometry evoke interfaces, instrumentation, and arcade-era display lettering while staying disciplined and minimal.
The design appears intended to translate a modular, machine-made aesthetic into a readable sans, prioritizing consistent stroke logic and compact proportions. It aims to feel contemporary and technical, with simplified construction that maintains clarity while emphasizing a distinctive, angular personality.
Stroke joins and corners are treated with consistent rounding, which softens the otherwise rigid geometry and helps prevent harsh breaks at small sizes. Several glyphs lean on open apertures and cut-in corners, reinforcing a constructed, stencil-like logic without appearing fully broken apart.