Sans Normal Opdak 17 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Pelago' by Adobe, 'Proza' by Bureau Roffa, 'Aeris' and 'Big Vesta' by Linotype, 'Mathieu Sans' by Machalski, 'Skeena' by Microsoft Corporation, 'Accia Flare' by Mint Type, and 'Le Monde Sans Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, direct, energetic, impact, clarity, approachability, modern branding, display presence, rounded, open apertures, soft corners, low stress, even rhythm.
A solid, heavy sans with broad proportions and a rounded, low‑stress construction. Curves are generously circular and terminals are clean, producing a smooth, even texture in lines of text. Counters are ample for the weight, with open apertures and sturdy joins that keep shapes from clogging at display sizes. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and compact ascenders/descenders, while figures and caps feel robust and stable with consistent stroke weight and calm spacing.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where a strong, high-impact voice is needed. The open counters and steady spacing also support large UI labels, signage, and packaging where quick recognition matters. It can work for brief emphasis in editorial layouts, but its heavy color will dominate in long-form text.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded bowls and open interiors. It reads as straightforward and dependable rather than delicate, making it feel practical but upbeat. The weight and width give it a loud, confident presence suited to attention-getting typography.
This font appears designed to deliver a bold, contemporary sans presence with approachable rounded forms and strong legibility at display sizes. The tall lowercase and open shaping suggest an emphasis on clarity and impact in modern branding and advertising contexts.
The design maintains a consistent rhythm across mixed-case settings, with clear differentiation between similar forms (notably in the numerals and round letters). Diacritics are not shown; punctuation visible in the sample text matches the same sturdy, simplified drawing style.