Sans Normal Okkum 11 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Humanist 521' by Bitstream; 'Gill Sans', 'Gill Sans MT', 'Gill Sans MT Cyrillic', 'Gill Sans MT WGL', and 'Gill Sans Nova' by Monotype; and 'Humanist 521' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, modern, confident, friendly, techy, clean, impact, clarity, modernity, versatility, geometric, rounded, compact bowls, large counters, even color.
This typeface is a robust, geometric sans with a heavy, even stroke and smooth, round curves. Letterforms favor broad proportions and generous counters, producing a stable texture with consistent color across lines. Terminals are clean and mostly straight-cut, and curves transition smoothly into stems with minimal modulation. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” with compact bowls and simple, functional joins that keep shapes crisp at display sizes.
It works best in headline and short-text contexts where strong presence and clean shapes are priorities, such as posters, branding systems, packaging, and signage. The wide set and open counters help maintain clarity in large sizes and in high-contrast layouts.
The overall tone feels modern and straightforward, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry and open interiors soften the weight, giving it an approachable, contemporary voice that can read as tech-forward without becoming sterile.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, geometric voice with high impact and straightforward legibility. It emphasizes simple construction, consistent weight, and broad proportions to create a dependable, attention-grabbing sans for modern visual identities.
Round letters like O/C/G/Q are notably circular and open, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are sturdy and symmetrical, reinforcing a geometric rhythm. Numerals are similarly solid and clear, matching the font’s strong, uniform silhouette and maintaining consistent visual weight alongside capitals and lowercase.