Sans Normal Olkiz 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Apercu', 'Apercu Arabic', and 'Apercu Thai' by Colophon Foundry and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, ui labels, modern, friendly, confident, clean, straightforward, clarity, impact, modernity, approachability, rounded, geometric, solid, high-clarity, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded sans with geometric construction and generous curves, paired with flat terminals and minimal stroke modulation. Counters are open and fairly circular, and joints are clean with a consistent, built-from-shapes feel across letters and numerals. Proportions are balanced and slightly wide in many forms, giving capitals a stable, blocky presence while lowercase remains compact and readable with clear apertures and simple, unembellished details.
Works well for headlines and short blocks of copy where strong presence and quick recognition matter, such as posters, signage, packaging, and brand wordmarks. It can also suit UI labels and dashboard typography when a sturdy, highly legible sans is needed, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone feels contemporary and approachable, with a confident, no-nonsense weight that reads as direct and practical rather than delicate. Its rounded geometry adds a friendly, accessible character suitable for upbeat or everyday messaging.
Likely designed to deliver a contemporary, geometric sans voice with strong impact and reliable legibility. The emphasis on rounded forms and simple construction suggests an aim toward broad, modern usability across branding and display applications.
Spacing appears comfortable at display sizes, producing an even texture in paragraphs without looking condensed. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and geometry, contributing to a cohesive, utilitarian look for mixed alphanumeric settings.