Sans Faceted Mika 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, product labels, sports graphics, techno, industrial, sporty, futuristic, utilitarian, angular modernity, engineered feel, sci-fi utility, signage clarity, faceted, angular, octagonal, geometric, modular.
This typeface is built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with planar facets that create an octagonal, engineered silhouette. Stems are mostly uniform in thickness, with crisp terminals and a clean, sans construction. Round letters such as C, O, and G read as squared-off bowls with consistent chamfers, giving the set a deliberate, machined rhythm. Lowercase forms stay compact and functional, with a single-storey a and g and simplified joins; counters are generally open and rectangular, supporting clear shapes in text.
It suits display roles where a geometric, engineered voice is desired—headlines, posters, brand marks, product packaging, and tech-leaning interfaces. The strong corner treatment also works well for wayfinding-style labels, team or sports graphics, and short informational text where a distinctive, modern edge is beneficial.
The overall tone feels technical and constructed—more like signage cut from sheet material than drawn with a pen. Its faceted geometry suggests speed, precision, and a contemporary hardware or sci‑fi aesthetic, while remaining straightforward enough for practical labeling and display use.
The design appears intended to translate a sans-serif skeleton into a faceted, cut-metal geometry, maintaining legibility while foregrounding an angular, constructed personality. The consistent chamfers and modular stroke logic suggest a focus on reproducible forms that feel precise and contemporary.
The chamfer size is consistent across the alphabet, which helps unify mixed-case settings. Numerals mirror the same clipped-corner logic, producing sturdy, badge-like figures. In running text the angular bowls add a distinctive texture, especially in combinations with many rounded letters.