Sans Normal Oblav 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akagi' and 'Akagi Pro' by Positype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, and 'Acorde' by Willerstorfer (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, friendly, compact, punchy, contemporary, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, simplicity, rounded, blocky, sturdy, soft corners, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad curves and softly blunted terminals that keep the silhouette smooth and cohesive. Counters are relatively tight, and joins (notably in n, m, h) feel sturdy, giving the face a compact, blocklike rhythm. Curved letters like C, G, O, and S are strongly circular and full, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, L, T) stay crisp and stable without sharp, knife-like endings. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g with simplified, geometric construction, and the numerals are wide, bold, and highly legible with generous outer shapes.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and branding where strong presence and quick recognition are needed. The rounded, sturdy forms also work well for signage and packaging, particularly when a friendly, modern tone is desired. For extended text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes or with generous line spacing to offset its dense texture.
The overall tone is bold and approachable: assertive enough for attention-grabbing messaging, but softened by rounded geometry that reads friendly rather than aggressive. It conveys a contemporary, upbeat voice suited to clear, straightforward communication.
The design appears intended as a high-impact sans that balances weight and readability with softened, rounded details. Its simplified lowercase construction and robust curves suggest a focus on clarity and contemporary display use rather than delicate typographic nuance.
In the sample text the dense stroke mass and tighter counters create a dark, compact texture, especially in longer paragraphs and at smaller sizes. The round forms and uniform stroke behavior keep word shapes consistent, while the heft makes punctuation and numerals stand out cleanly.