Sans Contrasted Kisi 13 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, confident, playful, clean, strong presence, modern branding, friendly display, graphic clarity, geometric, rounded, high-contrast, crisp, compact.
A heavy, geometric sans with clean outlines and distinctly rounded bowls and counters. Stroke endings are largely straight and unbracketed, with noticeable modulation between thicker stems and lighter connecting strokes that creates a sharpened, graphic rhythm. Curves are smooth and circular in letters like O/Q/C, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) read sturdy and slightly compact. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a round i/j dot, and generally open apertures, keeping forms simple and legible despite the weight.
Best suited to headlines, brand marks, packaging, and poster work where strong silhouettes and clean geometry need to read quickly at medium to large sizes. It can also work for short UI labels or signage when a friendly but emphatic tone is desired, though the heavy color and contrast make it less ideal for long-form text.
The overall tone is contemporary and upbeat, mixing assertiveness from the heavy weight with approachability from the round geometry. The contrast adds a slightly stylish, display-forward flavor without feeling ornamental, giving it a confident, upbeat voice suited to attention-grabbing settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary geometric sans that feels bold and accessible, using rounded construction and controlled contrast to add character while staying clean and functional. It prioritizes strong presence and clear shapes for display and brand communication.
Numerals are similarly bold and geometric, with rounded forms (8/9/0) and simple, graphic construction that matches the letterforms. The design maintains consistent curve tension and spacing, producing a stable texture in longer lines while still feeling headline-oriented.