Sans Normal Darad 8 is a light, very narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, ui labels, posters, signage, data display, modern, clean, technical, minimal, space saving, clarity, neutrality, modernism, condensed, geometric, crisp, airy, linear.
A condensed sans with a spare, monoline construction and smooth, rounded curves. The design keeps counters open and uncomplicated, with a consistent stroke presence and minimal modulation. Forms lean toward geometric proportions—circular bowls in O/Q and simple, clean joins—while narrow widths and compact spacing create an efficient vertical rhythm. Terminals are plain and tidy, and the overall silhouette stays sharp and uncluttered across letters and numerals.
Well-suited to space-conscious settings such as headlines, subheads, navigation, and interface labeling where narrow letterforms help fit more content per line. It also works for posters and signage that benefit from a clean, modern voice, and for simple data or tabular contexts where consistent, no-nonsense forms aid quick scanning.
The tone is modern and understated, with a cool, utilitarian clarity. Its narrow, linear presence reads as efficient and contemporary, suggesting a technical or editorial sensibility rather than a decorative one.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, contemporary sans for clear communication in tight horizontal spaces. Its minimal detailing and geometric discipline suggest a focus on neutral readability and a modern, system-like appearance.
Numerals follow the same restrained geometry, staying legible through open shapes and straightforward construction. The sample text shows even texture at larger sizes, where the condensed proportions emphasize verticality and give lines a streamlined, economical look.