Sans Normal Almen 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FM Bolyar Sans Pro' by The Fontmaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product design, brand systems, signage, editorial headings, clean, modern, neutral, technical, approachable, versatility, clarity, modernity, system consistency, geometric simplicity, geometric, rounded, open apertures, even rhythm, crisp terminals.
This typeface is a geometric sans with smooth, near-circular bowls and a steady, even stroke. Letterforms favor open apertures and generous interior counters, producing a clear, airy texture in running text. Terminals are clean and unembellished, with straightforward joins and minimal modulation, giving the shapes a crisp, engineered feel. The lowercase shows simple, contemporary constructions (single-storey a and g) and numerals follow the same rounded, consistent drawing, with a notably circular 0 and balanced curves in 6/8/9.
It suits interface typography, dashboards, and product experiences where clarity and a modern tone are needed. The wide, open shapes also make it effective for signage and wayfinding, as well as contemporary editorial headings and minimalist brand systems that rely on clean geometry.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, leaning toward a clean, tech-adjacent neutrality. Rounded curves keep it friendly and accessible, while the disciplined geometry maintains a professional, systemlike voice.
The design appears intended to provide a versatile, contemporary sans built from simple geometric principles, prioritizing clarity and a smooth reading rhythm. It aims for a neutral voice that can adapt to many contexts while retaining a distinctive rounded, modern character.
In text settings, the spacing and round forms create a smooth horizontal flow with strong legibility at display and UI-like sizes. The design reads stable and consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, with particularly clear circular forms and uncluttered punctuation behavior in the sample.