Sans Normal Osdat 14 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks, 'FF Kievit' by FontFont, 'Halifax' by Hoftype, 'Joanna Sans Nova' by Monotype, and 'Chantilly Serial' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, friendly, modern, punchy, sporty, impact, approachability, clarity, modern branding, display readability, rounded, chunky, compact counters, high-ink, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and a compact internal rhythm. Strokes are thick and even, with softened joins and smoothly curved bowls that keep forms cohesive at display sizes. Counters tend to be relatively tight, giving letters a dense, high-ink silhouette, while terminals stay clean and unadorned for a straightforward, contemporary look. The overall spacing and shapes favor impact and stability over delicacy or fine detail.
Best suited to headlines and short-form copy where maximum visibility is needed: posters, campaign graphics, brand wordmarks, packaging callouts, and signage. Its dense, rounded shapes hold up well in large sizes and high-contrast layouts where a strong typographic block is desirable.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a friendly roundness with assertive presence. It reads as contemporary and energetic, suited to messaging that wants to feel direct, upbeat, and highly visible.
Designed to deliver immediate visual impact with a rounded, contemporary voice, emphasizing clarity and mass over finesse. The consistent stroke weight and compact counters suggest an emphasis on display readability and brand-forward presence.
Round letters like O/C/G show strong circular construction, and diagonals (V/W/X/Y) feel sturdy rather than sharp. Numerals are similarly weighty and highly legible in isolation, matching the letterforms’ compact counters and smooth curves.