Sans Normal Arlem 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Breno' by Monotype, 'Nauman Neue' by The Northern Block, and 'Barranco' and 'Without Sans' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, web content, body text, product design, signage, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, pragmatic, legibility, versatility, clarity, system design, modernity, open apertures, large counters, rounded terminals, geometric, balanced.
This is a clean, contemporary sans with a subtly geometric construction and gently rounded curves. Strokes are even and steady, with minimal contrast and smooth, well-controlled joins. Proportions skew slightly expansive, giving many letters broad bowls and generous internal counters, while spacing reads open and consistent in running text. Lowercase forms are straightforward and legible, with a single-storey “a” and “g”, a compact shoulder on “r”, and a plus-shaped “t” with a simple crossbar, supporting a clear, utilitarian rhythm.
It performs well for interface typography, web and app content, and general-purpose body copy where clarity at a range of sizes matters. The open shapes and steady rhythm also suit product branding systems, wayfinding, and informational layouts that need a neutral, dependable sans.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, with a friendly edge created by the roundness of curves and the openness of counters. It feels calm, functional, and approachable rather than emphatic or stylized, making it suitable for designs that need clarity without feeling cold.
The design appears intended as an all-purpose, contemporary sans focused on legibility and visual neutrality. Its geometric-leaning forms and open spacing suggest it was drawn to stay clear in continuous reading while remaining versatile for both editorial and digital applications.
Round letters like O/C/S appear smooth and near-circular, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are crisp and consistent in angle. Numerals are straightforward and readable, with simple, contemporary shapes that match the letterforms’ clean construction.