Sans Normal Bykol 11 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks and 'Gill Sans MT' and 'Gill Sans Nova' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, headlines, signage, presentations, modern, neutral, clean, approachable, technical, versatility, clarity, modernization, approachability, legibility, rounded, open apertures, geometric, crisp, straightforward.
A clean, rounded sans with predominantly geometric construction and smooth, near-monoline strokes. Curves are broad and even, with open apertures and clear counters that keep shapes from clogging at text sizes. Uppercase forms feel simple and stable, while the lowercase introduces a friendly rhythm through single-storey a and g and compact, rounded bowls. Spacing appears balanced with an even color in words and paragraphs, and the numerals follow the same straightforward, legible construction.
Well-suited to interface typography, product branding, and general-purpose display where clarity and an even typographic color are priorities. It should also work reliably for short paragraphs, captions, and signage-style messaging that benefits from open shapes and uncomplicated letterforms.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a friendly, approachable edge from the rounded geometry. It reads as calm and professional rather than expressive, lending a subtle tech or UI sensibility without feeling cold.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans that prioritizes legibility and a contemporary geometric voice. It aims to stay neutral across contexts while adding a mild friendliness through rounded forms and uncomplicated lowercase structures.
Distinctive cues include the single-storey a and g, the clean, symmetrical rounds in C/O/Q, and a generally restrained use of terminals that stay crisp rather than flared. The font maintains consistent rhythm across mixed-case text, producing a smooth, uniform texture in longer passages.