Sans Normal Kymid 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Northpole' by 38-lineart; 'Salma Alfasans' by Alifinart Studio; 'Archetica' by Almarkha Type; 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive; 'Identidad' by Punchform; 'Amsi Grotesk', 'Crique Grotesk', and 'Eastlane' by Stawix; and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, dynamic, confident, friendly, modern, impact, emphasis, motion, approachability, modernity, oblique, rounded, soft corners, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and rounded corners throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, creating a solid, high-ink silhouette. Curves are full and smooth, apertures tend to be relatively tight, and joins are clean and sturdy, giving letters a compact, muscular feel. The slant is even across the set, and the overall rhythm reads as punchy and energetic with clear, blocky forms.
Best suited to display settings where bold presence and motion are desirable—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging callouts, and sports or event graphics. It can also work for short UI labels or signage when a strong, friendly emphasis is needed, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, contemporary flavor. Its rounded terminals keep the weight from feeling harsh, adding an approachable friendliness while still projecting confidence and urgency.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, modern sans voice with a consistent forward slant and softened geometry, balancing impact with approachability. Its proportions and dense strokes prioritize immediate visibility and a sense of speed for attention-driven typographic moments.
Uppercase forms feel particularly substantial and sign-like, while the lowercase maintains a compact, readable structure at display sizes. Numerals match the same rounded, thick construction, favoring bold presence over delicate detail.