Sans Other Time 5 is a light, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: display, headlines, posters, branding, packaging, technical, futuristic, minimal, geometric, schematic, modernity, space saving, systematic, distinctiveness, precision, rectilinear, angular, condensed, stenciled, modular.
A tall, condensed sans built from straight, rectilinear strokes with a consistent line weight. Curves are largely suppressed in favor of squared counters and right-angle turns, giving many glyphs a modular, constructed feel. Terminals are flat and abrupt, joins are crisp, and several forms show open or segmented structures that read as deliberate cut-ins rather than smooth continuous outlines. Spacing is tight and the rhythm is strongly vertical, with long stems and compact cross-strokes producing a narrow, high-rise silhouette across both cases and figures.
Best suited to display contexts where its condensed, geometric construction can be appreciated: headlines, posters, logos/wordmarks, and tech-leaning branding or packaging. It also works well for short UI labels or schematic-style graphics when used at larger sizes with ample tracking.
The overall tone feels technical and futuristic, like labeling from instruments, control panels, or sci‑fi interfaces. Its sharp geometry and pared-down construction convey efficiency and precision more than warmth, with a slightly experimental, coded aesthetic.
The design intention appears to be a compact, attention-grabbing sans that replaces conventional curves with a rectilinear, modular build. It aims for a distinctive, engineered voice that suggests modernity and precision while maintaining a consistent, systematized look across the character set.
The letterforms prioritize straight lines and squared bowls, which creates distinctive silhouettes but can reduce softness and traditional readability at small sizes. Uppercase and lowercase share a similar narrow, engineered structure, reinforcing a uniform, system-like texture in running text.