Sans Faceted Idrav 3 is a very light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, signage, packaging, art deco, retro, architectural, technical, minimal, deco revival, geometric display, space-saving, stylized signage, monoline, condensed, octagonal, geometric, angular.
A condensed, monoline sans with tall proportions and a clean, disciplined rhythm. Curves are consistently replaced by faceted, chamfered corners, producing octagonal bowls and clipped terminals throughout. Strokes remain even and crisp, with generous interior space for such narrow forms, and a mixture of straight stems and subtly polygonal counters that keeps the texture airy rather than heavy. The numerals and caps follow the same planar logic, giving the set a cohesive, engineered feel.
Best suited to display settings where its faceted geometry can be appreciated: headlines, posters, logotypes, and packaging. It also fits wayfinding and signage concepts that want a refined, period-leaning technical look. For longer passages, it will typically work better at larger sizes and with comfortable tracking to preserve readability.
The overall tone reads sleek and architectural, with a strong Art Deco and signage-era flavor. Its sharp facets and high, narrow stance suggest precision and modernity, while the softened chamfers keep it from feeling harsh. The result is stylish and slightly futuristic, leaning more toward elegant display than utilitarian body copy.
Likely designed to translate Art Deco-inspired, architectural letterforms into a consistent monoline system, using chamfered facets to replace curves while maintaining clarity. The narrow, tall proportions appear intended to maximize impact in tight horizontal spaces and to create a distinctive, stylized texture in titles and branding.
Distinctive chamfering at joints and corners is the primary identifying gesture, creating a consistent “cut metal” silhouette across rounds and diagonals. The spacing and vertical emphasis produce a light, airy line, and the simplified construction keeps letterforms legible even as the forms become highly stylized.