EK Modena Mono is part of the EK Modena superfamily, designed by Erkin Karamemet and published in 2023. The family draws its inspiration from the superellipse — the geometric concept of fitting an oval into a square frame — resulting in a distinctive balance of curves and edges that defines its visual character.

EK Modena Mono is the monospaced variant of this system, bringing the same geometric rigour to a fixed-width format. It retains the formal precision of the broader family while meeting the demands of tabular and code-oriented typesetting.

The Modena family spans six widths and eight weights, supported by numerous OpenType features that provide stylistic alternates and extensive customisation options.