Sans Normal Obney 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'LCT Picon' by LCT, 'Gill Sans Nova' by Monotype, and 'Core Sans N' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, punchy, friendly, retro, playful, impact, approachability, simplicity, headline clarity, rounded, compact, heavy, blunt, sturdy.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded curves and broad, blunt terminals. Forms are built from simple geometric structures—especially in the bowls and counters—while joins and corners are softened rather than sharp, giving letters a solid, blocky silhouette. The overall rhythm is tight and dense, with generous stroke thickness and relatively small counters in letters like a, e, and s, producing strong color in text. Proportions stay upright and stable, with straightforward, workmanlike shapes and consistent stroke behavior across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where strong presence is needed, such as headlines, posters, and prominent UI labels. Its dense letterforms and heavy texture also work well for branding and packaging that benefit from a sturdy, approachable voice, and for signage where quick recognition matters.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a no-nonsense sturdiness with a cheerful, slightly retro feel. Its chunky shapes and rounded details read as confident and energetic, leaning more toward friendly impact than refined minimalism.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with simple, rounded geometry and compact spacing, prioritizing bold readability and a cohesive, friendly display character. It aims to be versatile for attention-grabbing typography while keeping forms straightforward and consistent.
Uppercase shapes feel especially weighty and poster-ready, while the lowercase remains compact and highly unified, reinforcing a strong, headline-oriented texture. Numerals match the same dense, rounded construction, keeping a cohesive voice in mixed alphanumeric settings.