Sans Contrasted Kybu 7 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, logotypes, packaging, futuristic, sleek, stylish, airy, techy, modern display, distinctive identity, tech aesthetic, editorial accent, monoline feel, flared terminals, geometric, open counters, crisp.
This typeface is a clean, modern sans with an intentionally delicate build and pronounced contrast between hairline joins and thicker curves. Forms lean geometric with generous, open counters and a slightly expanded stance, while terminals often show subtle flaring or tapered, blade-like endings that sharpen the silhouette. Round letters (O, C, G, e) emphasize smooth circular bowls with thin horizontal cuts and joins, and straight-sided letters (E, F, H, I, L) keep a spare, minimalist structure. Lowercase uses simple single-storey constructions (notably a and g) with tall ascenders and compact, rounded bowls, producing a light, rhythmic texture in text.
It performs best in large sizes where the fine hairlines and tapered details remain clear, making it well suited to branding systems, logotypes, editorial headlines, posters, and sleek packaging. Short UI labels or captions may need careful sizing and contrast management to preserve the thin joins and interior cuts.
The overall tone feels futuristic and refined, with a display-oriented elegance that reads as tech-forward rather than utilitarian. High-contrast strokes and sharp terminals add a sense of precision and speed, giving headlines a distinctive, contemporary character without becoming overly ornamental.
The letterforms appear designed to merge geometric clarity with fashionable stroke contrast, aiming for a modern, forward-looking voice that stands apart from neutral grotesks. The recurring thin cross-strokes and tapered terminals suggest an intention to create a signature look for display typography while maintaining overall sans simplicity.
The design’s contrast is expressed through very thin connecting strokes and crossbars in several glyphs, creating a “cut” or “banded” effect in bowls and across some capitals. Diacritics aren’t shown; figures appear streamlined and modern, with rounded shapes echoing the letterforms and a clear, uncluttered presence.