Sans Normal Ahkih 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans', 'Artegra Soft', and 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra; 'Aspira' by Durotype; 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign; and 'Osande TXT' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, modern, confident, utilitarian, friendly, space efficiency, high impact, clarity, modern simplicity, compact, sturdy, clean, geometric, workmanlike.
A compact, heavy sans with sturdy strokes and clean, mostly geometric construction. Curves are broad and even, with large counters for the weight, while terminals are predominantly flat and crisp. The overall rhythm is tight and efficient, with short extenders and a condensed footprint that keeps words visually dense without becoming cramped. Numerals and capitals share a solid, uniform presence, reading as straightforward and highly consistent across the set.
Best suited to short-to-medium text at larger sizes where its dense color and compact width can create punchy emphasis—headlines, posters, wayfinding, packaging, and bold brand wordmarks. It can also work for UI labels and navigational elements when a strong, space-efficient sans is needed.
The tone is direct and no-nonsense, projecting strength and clarity rather than delicacy. Its compact heft gives it a practical, industrial confidence, while the rounded bowls keep the voice approachable instead of severe.
The design appears intended as a strong, space-saving sans that stays legible through open counters and simplified, contemporary letterforms. It aims to deliver high impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining an even, clean typographic texture.
Round letters like O/C/Q lean toward near-circular proportions, and the bold weight is balanced by open interior space, which helps maintain legibility at display sizes. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey forms (notably a and g), reinforcing a contemporary, streamlined feel.