Sans Contrasted Ulni 9 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, modern, authoritative, industrial, sporty, techy, impact, clarity, modernity, strength, display, rounded corners, square forms, compact apertures, crisp terminals, geometric.
A heavy, geometric sans with squared, rounded-corner outlines and clear stroke modulation that thickens verticals and key stems while keeping joins and curves crisp. Counters are relatively compact and often squarish (notably in O, D, and 0), giving the design a sturdy, engineered texture. Uppercase shapes are broad and stable with flat-sided bowls and minimal curvature, while lowercase forms are straightforward and compact with short, firm terminals and a single-storey a. Figures follow the same squared rhythm, with sturdy horizontals and tight interior spaces that reinforce a dense, high-impact color on the page.
Best suited for headlines, short blocks of copy, and display settings where strong presence and clear silhouette matter—such as branding, packaging, and impactful editorial titling. The dense, structured forms also fit contemporary UI labels or signage when used at sufficiently large sizes to preserve counter clarity.
The tone is confident and utilitarian, combining a contemporary, tech-forward feel with a slightly industrial toughness. Its squared geometry reads deliberate and controlled, projecting clarity and strength rather than softness or hand-made warmth.
Likely designed to deliver a strong, modern display voice built from squared geometry and controlled contrast, balancing legibility with a distinctive, engineered personality for branding-oriented typography.
The squared curves and restrained apertures create a blocky, poster-friendly rhythm, especially in uppercase strings. Diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are sharp and energetic, contrasting with the rounded-rectangle construction of bowls and zeros for a distinctive, engineered look.