Sans Normal Ofbiv 17 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Munika' by Gravitype, 'Hybi11 Amigo' by Hybi-Types, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Basecoat' by Jonathan Ball, 'Bergen Text' by Mindburger Studio, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType, and 'Grold Rounded' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, punchy, playful, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, blocky, compact, rounded, geometric, high-contrast counters.
This typeface presents heavy, solid letterforms with clean, monoline construction and a distinctly geometric backbone. Curves tend toward circular bowls and smoothly rounded corners, while straight strokes terminate in crisp, flat ends. Proportions are compact with generous stroke thickness, producing tight interior counters in letters like B, P, R, a, and e. The lowercase is straightforward and single‑storey where expected (a, g), and the overall rhythm stays even and sturdy across the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging where its dense weight and geometric clarity read as confident and modern. It can also work well for straightforward signage and interface labels when used with adequate size and spacing to maintain counter clarity.
The tone is bold and assertive while remaining approachable due to its rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and pragmatic, with a slightly playful friendliness that comes from the soft curves and simplified forms. The overall impression is energetic and attention-getting without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence through simplified, geometric forms and consistent stroke treatment. Its compact proportions and sturdy shapes suggest an emphasis on clarity and punch in display contexts, with a friendly, contemporary voice rather than a strict industrial feel.
At large sizes the dense counters and broad strokes create strong impact and a stable, grounded texture. In continuous text, the weight produces a dark color on the page, with punctuation and small details (like the i/j dots) appearing compact and functional rather than delicate.