Sans Faceted Asja 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Tradesman' by Grype, 'Device' by Hanken Design Co., 'Retrofunk' by Hendra Pratama, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, industrial, athletic, mechanical, assertive, retro, impact, ruggedness, geometric consistency, signage clarity, octagonal, chamfered, angular, blocky, compact.
A heavy, angular display sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with chamfered, faceted planes. Counters tend toward squared and octagonal shapes, with tight interior spaces that stay consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. Vertical stems dominate, terminals are flat or diagonally cut, and diagonals (as in K, V, W, X) are sharp and geometric rather than calligraphic. The lowercase echoes the caps with sturdy, simplified forms and minimal modulation, producing a crisp, mechanical texture in text.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, team or event branding, labels, and bold signage where its angular silhouette can carry from a distance. It also works for logos and titles that benefit from a sturdy, geometric voice.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, with a sporty, badge-like energy. Its faceted construction reads as engineered and rugged, suggesting industrial signage and competitive branding rather than delicate editorial typography.
The font appears designed to translate a hard-edged, faceted geometry into a versatile display alphabet, prioritizing strong silhouettes and consistent chamfered detailing for high-visibility typography.
The design maintains a consistent chamfer language throughout, which helps unify mixed-case settings. Dense counters and squared apertures create strong figure/ground contrast, but also make small-size use feel compact and punchy.