Sans Normal Nunod 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oceanwide Pro' by California Type Foundry and 'Avenir Next Arabic', 'Avenir Next Cyrillic', 'Avenir Next Georgian', 'Avenir Next Hebrew', 'Avenir Next Thai', and 'Avenir Next World' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, chunky, bold, retro, high impact, approachability, retro display, brand voice, rounded, soft corners, compact, geometric, heavy.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and strongly simplified geometry. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal contrast, and curves are built from broad circular forms that create generous counters in letters like O, e, and g. Terminals are softened and slightly blunted, giving the shapes a cushioned look, while diagonals (V, W, X) remain sturdy and wide-angled. The overall rhythm is dense and blocky, with consistent stroke weight and clean, uncomplicated joins.
Best suited to display settings where weight and shape can do the work—headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks. It can also function well for short bursts of text in ads or social graphics where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a toy-like softness that reads as friendly rather than strict. Its chunky silhouettes and rounded details suggest a retro-pop sensibility suited to energetic, attention-grabbing typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with minimal complexity: a rounded, highly legible display sans that feels inviting and modern-retro. Its consistent, low-detail construction suggests an emphasis on clear silhouettes for branding and large-scale typography.
The numeral set matches the letterforms in weight and roundness, with bold, open shapes that hold up well at large sizes. Lowercase forms stay simple and sturdy, prioritizing strong silhouettes over delicate detailing, which reinforces the font’s poster-oriented presence.