Sans Contrasted Lemar 1 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, interfaces, branding, signage, editorial, modern, functional, clean, techy, neutral, clarity, space efficiency, modern utility, approachability, rounded terminals, soft corners, humanist.
A compact sans with monoline-to-slightly modulated strokes and gently rounded terminals. Curves are smooth and open, with wide bowls in letters like O and Q and a softly squared, stable structure in E, F, and T. The lowercase is straightforward and legible, with simple, single-storey forms (notably a and g) and minimal detailing; joins and counters stay open to preserve clarity. Figures are plain and sturdy, matching the letterforms’ restrained geometry and even rhythm.
Well suited to interface typography, product UI, and information-forward layouts where compact widths and clear counters help conserve space without sacrificing readability. It can also support modern branding and straightforward editorial applications, especially for headings and short-to-medium text blocks that benefit from a clean, contemporary texture.
The overall tone is contemporary and utilitarian, projecting a calm, matter-of-fact voice rather than a decorative one. Subtle rounding and approachable lowercase shapes keep it from feeling sterile, giving it a mild human warmth while remaining firmly modern.
The design appears intended as a practical sans for everyday communication: space-efficient, clear at a glance, and visually consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The slight stroke modulation and soft terminals likely aim to add friendliness and reduce harshness while keeping a modern, professional demeanor.
Diagonal strokes (V, W, X, Y) read crisp and confident, while the punctuation and text setting show consistent spacing and a steady baseline. The design balances near-geometric construction with small humanist touches, yielding a pragmatic, screen-friendly silhouette.