Sans Normal Ihkas 1 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hurme Geometric Sans No. 3' by Hurme and 'Aristotelica Pro' and 'Coco Sharp' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, logos, playful, friendly, retro, quirky, techy, distinctiveness, playfulness, modernity, signage feel, retro futurism, rounded, soft, geometric, blunt, open.
A rounded geometric sans with monoline strokes and generously radiused terminals throughout. Letterforms lean on circular and pill-shaped construction, with frequent intentional breaks/notches at joins and counters that create a segmented, stencil-like feel without becoming rigid. Curves are broad and smooth, corners are softened, and apertures tend to stay open, producing a high-contrast rhythm between continuous arcs and small gaps. Numerals and many lowercase forms echo the same modular logic, giving the set a consistent, systematized look.
Best suited for display applications such as headlines, brand marks, posters, packaging, and short editorial callouts where the segmented rounded details can be appreciated. It can also work for UI titles or signage-style graphics when a friendly, slightly tech-influenced personality is desired, rather than for dense body copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a distinctly quirky, retro-futurist edge. The repeated gaps and rounded geometry suggest a playful “constructed” aesthetic—like signage or UI lettering—while staying clean enough to read in short bursts. It feels friendly rather than formal, with a light techno character.
The font appears designed to combine geometric roundness with a distinctive broken-stroke motif, creating a recognizable silhouette that feels modern yet nostalgic. Its consistent terminals and repeatable construction cues suggest an intention toward bold, characterful display typography that remains legible and cohesive across letters and numbers.
The design relies on consistent rounding and repeated cut-in details that act as a signature motif across caps, lowercase, and figures. The sample text shows a lively texture at larger sizes where the gaps read as deliberate styling, while in smaller settings they may become the defining detail that sets the voice.