Sans Other Rykad 16 is a light, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, signage, ui display, futuristic, technical, art deco, geometric, austere, sci-fi styling, deco revival, space-saving, graphic impact, systematic geometry, angular, rectilinear, monolinear feel, modular, stencil-like.
A condensed, rectilinear sans built from straight strokes and squared curves, with frequent chamfered corners and occasional open joints. Vertical stems dominate, while horizontals and diagonals are kept sparse and crisp, producing a segmented, modular rhythm. Several shapes show deliberate breaks or inset corners (notably in curves and counters), giving a slightly stencil-like construction. Overall spacing feels tight and disciplined, with tall proportions and a clean, mechanical cadence in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited for headlines, titles, posters, and branding where a futuristic or technical voice is desirable. It can work well in signage and interface-style display treatments where narrow letterforms and strong geometry help conserve space while staying visually assertive. For long-form reading, its angular, segmented details are likely to feel more stylized than neutral.
The tone is futuristic and technical, with a hint of Art Deco signage and sci‑fi interface typography. Its sharp, engineered outlines and controlled rhythm read as precise, cool, and utilitarian rather than friendly or casual. The cut corners and segmented bowls add a subtle industrial edge that suggests machinery, systems, and modern display graphics.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a condensed grotesque through a modular, engineered lens—favoring straight segments, squared counters, and chamfered joins to create a crisp, contemporary display texture. The consistent angular logic across letters and numerals suggests a deliberate system aimed at strong visual identity and a technological feel.
Capitals are especially architectural, with squared bowls and flat terminals that emphasize verticality. Numerals follow the same boxy logic, keeping consistent stroke behavior and angular turns for a cohesive, systemized look across the set. In running text, the distinctive constructions remain prominent, so the design reads as a display face even at moderate sizes.