Sans Normal Ollan 8 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Mittel EF' by Elsner+Flake; 'DIN Next', 'DIN Next Arabic', 'DIN Next Cyrillic', 'DIN Next Devanagari', and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; 'DIN 2014' by ParaType; and 'Hurley 1967' by Tyfomono (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, clean, modern, friendly, confident, utilitarian, impact, clarity, modernity, versatility, geometric, rounded, high contrast, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with smooth, rounded curves and uniformly strong strokes. Counters are relatively compact and apertures tend to be more closed, giving letters a solid, dense texture. Terminals are mostly straight-cut with minimal taper, while bowls and rounds read as near-circular, producing consistent rhythm across caps and lowercase. Numerals match the overall blocky, robust color with simple, legible forms.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, posters, and branding where a bold, highly legible sans can carry visual impact. It should also perform well in signage and packaging that needs quick recognition at a distance or in busy layouts.
The tone is modern and straightforward, with a friendly softness from the rounded geometry but an assertive presence due to the dark weight and compact spacing. It feels practical and contemporary rather than decorative, projecting clarity and confidence.
Likely designed to provide a contemporary, geometric sans voice with strong emphasis and dependable readability, prioritizing simple construction and a consistent, sturdy texture for display-driven typography.
In text, the strong stroke weight and tighter counters create a pronounced typographic color that suits short bursts of content more than delicate, airy settings. The overall construction stays consistent across the set, emphasizing simple shapes and stable proportions.