Sans Normal Akgan 16 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra; 'Agenor', 'Geometos Neue', 'Geometos Soft', and 'Heavitas Neue' by Graphite; and 'Mazzard' and 'Mazzard Soft' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, clean, clarity, approachability, impact, modernity, rounded, geometric, soft, sturdy, high-contrast counters.
A rounded geometric sans with sturdy, even-weight strokes and generously open counters. Curves are built from near-circular bowls and smooth arcs, while terminals tend to resolve with clean, straight cuts rather than tapered or calligraphic endings. Proportions skew broad, giving letters a stable footprint and a compact, blocky silhouette; the round letters (O, C, G, Q) read especially full and even. Lowercase forms are simple and utilitarian, with single-storey a and g, short arms on r, and a straightforward t with a compact crossbar; numerals follow the same rounded, heavy-set construction for consistent color in text.
This font is well suited to headline and display work where a bold, friendly geometric voice is needed—brand wordmarks, packaging, retail signage, and posters. Its open counters and simple lowercase also make it workable for short-to-medium UI labels and marketing copy when set with comfortable spacing.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, combining a soft, rounded geometry with a confident, no-nonsense presence. It feels approachable and legible, with a slightly playful warmth that still reads professional and controlled.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern rounded sans that feels approachable without losing strength, using geometric construction and consistent stroke weight to maintain clarity and impact across letters and numerals.
In text, the uniform stroke rhythm and wide letterforms create a strong, even typographic color that holds up well at large sizes. Round punctuation and dot elements (like i/j) appear solid and prominent, matching the weight of the rest of the design.