Sans Normal Aklos 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Majorant' by Emtype Foundry; 'Chopin' by Fontfabric; and 'Gilroy', 'Qanelas', and 'Qanelas Soft' by Radomir Tinkov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, ui labels, modern, confident, clean, friendly, neutral, clarity, impact, versatility, modernity, geometric, monoline, rounded, open counters, high legibility.
A heavy, monoline sans with geometric construction and smoothly rounded curves. Round letters lean toward near-circular bowls with open counters, while straight-sided forms keep a clean, planar feel. Terminals are predominantly blunt and square-cut, producing crisp joins and stable vertical rhythm. The lowercase is straightforward and contemporary, with a single-storey “a” and “g” and a compact, efficient “t,” contributing to a clean texture in paragraph settings. Numerals are similarly sturdy and simple, with wide, even strokes that read clearly at display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, short blocks of copy, and brand systems that need a contemporary, sturdy sans. The strong strokes and open shapes also make it useful for signage and UI labels where quick recognition is important.
The overall tone is modern and assured, balancing a friendly roundness with a no-nonsense, utilitarian clarity. Its weight and solid shapes give it a confident, headline-ready presence without feeling decorative or quirky.
The font appears designed as a versatile, contemporary workhorse with geometric clarity and a strong visual footprint. Its simplified forms and consistent stroke behavior suggest an emphasis on legibility and reliable performance in modern communication settings.
The design favors clarity over characterful detail: counters stay open, curves are consistent, and diagonals are firm. The sample text shows an even, dense color typical of a heavier sans, making it especially impactful in larger sizes where the geometric forms can breathe.