Sans Faceted Asvy 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Glober' by Fontfabric, 'Orgon' by Hoftype, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Newbery Sans Pro' by Sudtipos, 'Foundry Form Sans' by The Foundry, 'Bitner' and 'Syke' by The Northern Block, and 'JP Alva' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, apparel, packaging, athletic, industrial, assertive, retro, impact, ruggedness, signage, team spirit, faceted, octagonal, blocky, stencil-like, compact.
A heavy, block-built display face with planar facets that replace curves, producing octagonal counters and clipped corners throughout. Strokes are broadly uniform with sturdy verticals and horizontal terminals, and diagonals are cut as straight bevels rather than smooth joins. The uppercase reads compact and squared-off, while the lowercase maintains the same geometric logic with simplified bowls and angled shoulders; punctuation and figures echo the same chamfered geometry for a cohesive texture.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where its faceted geometry can read clearly and set a strong tone. It also fits sports branding, apparel graphics, product packaging, and bold signage where a rugged, engineered look is desirable.
The overall tone is loud, tough, and utilitarian, evoking signage, equipment markings, and sports-style lettering. Its sharp bevels and dense massing give it an energetic, no-nonsense feel with a slightly retro, hard-edged character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through simplified, chamfered letterforms that feel machined and robust. By translating curves into straight facets, it creates a consistent geometric motif that emphasizes strength and visibility in display settings.
Angular notches and chamfered joints create distinctive interior shapes, especially in rounded letters and numerals, which become multi-sided rather than circular. The bold weight and tight interior spaces suggest it will hold up best when given enough size and breathing room, as fine white counters can fill in at small sizes or in low-contrast reproduction.