Sans Normal Ahkaz 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Humanist 777' by Bitstream; 'FF Transit' by FontFont; 'Frutiger', 'Frutiger Arabic', 'Frutiger Next Paneuropean', 'Neue Frutiger', 'Neue Frutiger Cyrillic', and 'Neue Frutiger Paneuropean' by Linotype; and 'FreeSet' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, energetic, approachability, clarity, display impact, modern branding, rounded, open apertures, soft terminals, large counters, high legibility.
A heavy, rounded sans with smooth curves, soft terminals, and consistently thick strokes. Counters are generous and mostly circular, giving letters like O, C, and G a clean, open feel, while straight stems remain sturdy and simple. The lowercase shows single-storey a and g and maintains a clear, even rhythm; punctuation and numerals match the same solid, uncomplicated construction.
This font performs best in headlines, logos, and short-to-medium marketing copy where a strong, friendly presence is needed. It is also a good fit for packaging, signage, and UI moments like banners or callouts that benefit from clear, rounded forms and strong readability.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a warm, approachable voice. Its rounded geometry and sturdy weight read as confident without feeling aggressive, making it well suited to upbeat, audience-facing design.
The design appears intended to provide a modern, approachable sans with robust weight and rounded construction, optimized for clear communication and a positive, contemporary tone in display and branding contexts.
Spacing appears comfortable and the shapes keep their clarity at display sizes, helped by open apertures and large internal spaces. The numerals are straightforward and highly readable, aligning well with the letterforms’ rounded, stable structure.