Sans Normal Nolim 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Georgian', and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype; 'M Ying Hei HK' by Monotype HK; and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, modern, friendly, punchy, pragmatic, impact, clarity, modernity, display, geometric, rounded, clean, blocky, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and sturdy, even stroke weight. Curves are built from near-circular bowls and smooth terminals, while joins stay clean and un-fussy, creating a solid, poster-like silhouette. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and round letters (O/C/G/Q) read as compact, well-balanced ovals. The lowercase keeps simple, contemporary constructions (single-storey a and g) and maintains a straightforward rhythm with minimal modulation.
This style suits attention-driven applications such as headlines, posters, and display typography where impact and clarity are priorities. It also works well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from a sturdy, contemporary presence and clear numerals.
The overall tone is bold and direct, with a friendly modernity from the rounded geometry and generous interior space. It feels assertive and energetic without becoming sharp or aggressive, giving it a contemporary, approachable voice.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, high-impact display sans that prioritizes simplicity, consistency, and fast recognition. Its geometric construction and strong weight suggest a focus on bold communication and modern brand-forward typography.
In running text the dense weight creates strong texture and short word shapes, making it feel best suited to larger sizes. Numerals are robust and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ geometric logic and maintaining consistent visual color across mixed alphanumeric settings.