Sans Normal Obram 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Bajazzo' and 'Bajazzo Rounded' by Schriftlabor, 'Brock Pro' by Stawix, and 'Captura Now' by TypeThis!Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, sporty, friendly, punchy, modern, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, blocky, rounded, compact, sturdy, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and dense, even strokes. Curves are built from smooth, near-circular bowls (notably in O, Q, and 0), while terminals and joins stay crisp and squared-off, creating a sturdy, slightly blocky silhouette. Counters are relatively tight in letters like a, e, and s, and the overall rhythm favors large, simple shapes over delicate detail. Uppercase forms read as bold and compact with simplified geometry, while the lowercase keeps single-storey a and g and maintains a consistent, no-nonsense construction.
Best suited to headlines and short-form display text where impact and quick recognition matter. It works well for branding, packaging, and bold signage applications that benefit from a solid, modern sans presence, especially at medium to large sizes.
The font projects a confident, energetic tone with a friendly edge. Its big shapes and tight counters give it a punchy, attention-grabbing presence that feels contemporary and utilitarian rather than refined or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with simple, geometric letterforms and a strong typographic color. It prioritizes bold legibility and a contemporary, approachable feel over finesse or high-detail text setting.
The design relies on strong silhouettes and clear geometric structure; diagonals (V, W, X, Y) appear robust and stable, and round glyphs maintain consistent curvature for a cohesive texture. Numerals are similarly weighty and prominent, matching the letterforms in visual color.