Sans Normal Lukaf 11 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Avenir Next Cyrillic', 'Avenir Next Hebrew', and 'Avenir Next World' by Linotype and 'TT Commons Classic' and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, logos, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, playful, retro, impact, motion, friendly boldness, display clarity, brand presence, oblique, rounded, soft corners, chunky, compact.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, swollen strokes and soft terminals that keep the silhouette smooth despite the strong weight. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend toward closed, giving letters a compact, punchy presence. Curves are built from broad circular arcs, while diagonals and joins are clean and simplified, producing sturdy, uniform forms with minimal modulation. Numerals match the letterforms with bold, rounded shapes and clear, high-impact figures.
Well-suited for headlines, posters, and display typography where maximum impact is needed. It can work effectively for sports or active-lifestyle branding, punchy packaging callouts, and logo wordmarks that benefit from a bold, rounded, forward-leaning voice. For body text, it’s better reserved for short bursts such as labels, tags, or emphasized UI elements.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a friendly, slightly retro athletic feel. Its slanted stance and chunky curves suggest motion and enthusiasm rather than precision or restraint.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-energy display look: a bold oblique sans with rounded construction that reads as dynamic and approachable. It prioritizes strong color on the page and simple, consistent geometry for clear branding presence.
The dense color and compact counters make it read best when given adequate tracking and generous leading, especially in longer lines. The italic angle and rounded geometry create a strong rhythm in headlines and short phrases, where the weight can work as a primary graphic element.