Sans Contrasted Tiga 13 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, wayfinding, industrial, monolithic, retro, utility, signage, impact, modernist, industrial voice, graphic clarity, brand presence, geometric, squared, compact, punchy, angular.
This typeface is built from sturdy, compact letterforms with predominantly straight sides and squared-off curves. Round characters are slightly squarish, with tight internal counters and a strong, even rhythm that reads as engineered rather than calligraphic. Stroke joins are clean and abrupt, with occasional angled cuts (notably in diagonals) that add a mechanical bite. The lowercase is large and assertive, with simple one-storey forms and short extenders; terminals tend to be blunt, with a few gently curved finishes that keep the texture from feeling purely rigid.
It performs best in headlines, posters, and bold branding where its compact shapes and squared curves can be appreciated. The sturdy forms also suit packaging, labels, and wayfinding-style applications that benefit from a strong, high-impact presence. For longer text, it reads most comfortably at larger sizes where counters and distinctive geometry remain clear.
The overall tone is utilitarian and industrial, with a distinctly retro, display-oriented flavor. Its blocky construction and disciplined geometry evoke factory labeling, wayfinding, and bold editorial titling—confident, pragmatic, and a little severe. The contrast adds snap and visual energy without turning decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a tough, modernist voice with an industrial edge—combining geometric construction and squared curves with enough stroke modulation to keep the forms lively. It prioritizes clear silhouettes and strong word shapes for display settings, aiming for a distinctive, engineered look rather than neutrality.
The type shows a consistent squared rounding across bowls and apertures, creating a recognizable silhouette at headline sizes. Numerals are heavy and graphic, with straightforward construction that favors impact over delicacy. Spacing in the samples produces a dense, poster-like color that suits short phrases and branding marks.