Sans Normal Gulum 1 is a light, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, captions, ui labels, minimal, airy, friendly, quirky, clean, space saving, approachability, clarity, modernity, condensed, rounded, open counters, soft terminals, even rhythm.
A condensed, monoline sans with rounded construction and a gently hand-drawn steadiness. Strokes stay consistently thin, with soft, slightly tapered terminals that keep corners from feeling sharp. Proportions are tall and narrow, with open counters and straightforward geometry; curves are smooth and vertical stems dominate. Spacing is light and regular, producing an even texture in paragraphs while allowing individual letters to remain distinct.
This font works well for space-conscious headlines, poster copy, and short editorial blurbs where a tall, compact footprint is helpful. Its light, open construction can also suit packaging, labels, and UI text in larger sizes where a clean, friendly tone is desired.
The overall tone is simple and approachable, with a subtle whimsy that comes from the tall proportions and softened endings. It feels calm and contemporary rather than technical, making it read as friendly and informal without turning into a script or novelty style.
The design appears intended to deliver a simple, modern sans that saves horizontal space while staying approachable. By keeping strokes thin and forms rounded, it aims for legibility with a gentle personality suited to contemporary branding and display typography.
Capitals read cleanly at display sizes, while the condensed set width creates a tidy, column-like rhythm in longer text. Round letters maintain consistent oval shapes, and joins are kept uncomplicated, reinforcing a clear, uncluttered look.