Sans Normal Kobav 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial display, sporty, energetic, modern, friendly, confident, emphasis, impact, motion, modernity, visibility, oblique, rounded, geometric, smooth, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning sans with smooth, rounded curves and clean terminals. The forms feel broadly geometric—especially in the circular letters—while remaining slightly compact through the bowls and counters. Stroke weight stays visually consistent, with minimal modulation, and the oblique slant is pronounced across both uppercase and lowercase. Lowercase shapes are sturdy and simplified, with single-storey construction where visible (notably the “a”), and numerals share the same robust, forward-tilted stance.
Best suited to display sizes where its heavy weight and oblique rhythm can carry impact—such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging. It can also work for short subheads or callouts in editorial layouts where a punchy, modern emphasis is needed.
The overall tone is assertive and kinetic, with a sporty, contemporary feel. Its rounded geometry and generous weight keep it approachable rather than severe, projecting a confident, upbeat voice suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, modern sans voice with built-in motion from a strong oblique slant. Rounded geometry and simplified lowercase forms prioritize clarity and punch, aiming for high visibility and a contemporary, energetic character.
Round letters like O/Q read very full and smooth, while diagonals in A/V/W/X lean into the forward motion of the design. The italic angle is strong enough to be a defining feature, giving lines of text a continuous, fast rhythm.