Sans Contrasted Kiby 1 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, branding, packaging, futuristic, tech, experimental, retro, display impact, futurism, constructed forms, distinctive branding, stencil-like, geometric, modular, rounded, segmented.
A geometric sans with dramatic thick–thin interplay created by large filled shapes paired with hairline strokes and cut-in counters. Many letters are built from rounded rectangles and broad, flat terminals, with internal horizontal “slices” and gaps that read as stencil-like segmentation. Curves are smooth and inflated in the heavy parts, while verticals and joins often collapse to needle-thin stems, producing a striking, engineered rhythm. Proportions are generally compact with a steady cap line, and the numerals and rounds (O, C, G, 0, 8, 9) emphasize oval counters and crisp, horizontal apertures.
Best suited to display applications such as headlines, posters, event graphics, and brand marks where its segmented structure and extreme contrast can be appreciated. It can also work for packaging and editorial feature titles that want a futuristic, crafted look. For longer passages or small UI text, its hairlines and internal cutouts are likely to be more demanding, so larger sizes and generous leading will help.
The overall tone feels futuristic and tech-forward, with a playful retro-modern edge reminiscent of modular display lettering. The extreme contrast and deliberate breaks give it an experimental, constructed character—more about visual attitude than neutrality. It reads as bold and graphic, with a slightly sci‑fi, industrial flavor.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a clean geometric sans through a high-contrast, sliced construction, using negative space and hairline strokes to create a distinctive, engineered silhouette. Its emphasis on modular shapes and apertures suggests a focus on memorable wordmarks and attention-grabbing display typography.
The segmented crossbars and horizontal cutouts are a defining motif and can create distinctive word shapes, especially at larger sizes. Hairline elements and narrow joins introduce a delicate, wiry accent that may soften in small reproduction, while the heavy rounded forms stay dominant. Spacing appears designed to keep a tight, blocky texture in display settings.