Sans Normal Orben 11 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller' by Fontfabric, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Comenia Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry, 'Olivine' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Alber New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, punchy, approachable, playful, modern, high impact, approachability, clarity, contemporary display, rounded, soft corners, bulky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with sturdy, uniform strokes and gently softened joins. Curves are broad and full, giving counters a generous, open feel, while terminals tend to finish with subtle rounding rather than sharp cuts. Proportions are slightly compact with a solid baseline presence, and the overall rhythm reads smooth and consistent across upper- and lowercase. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction for a cohesive, poster-ready texture.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and large-scale messaging where strong black shape and clarity matter. It can work effectively in branding and packaging that benefits from a friendly, contemporary voice, and in signage where high visibility is important. For longer text, it’s best used sparingly as a display face due to its dense, attention-grabbing weight.
The tone is bold and friendly, with a confident, upbeat presence that feels contemporary and easygoing. Its rounded shapes and dense color lend a welcoming, informal character while still reading clearly at larger sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, approachable silhouette—combining sturdy geometry with softened curves for modern display typography.
The lowercase shows a straightforward, single-storey approach where applicable, reinforcing an uncomplicated, conversational feel. Round letters (like O/C/G) appear especially smooth and stable, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) keep the same thick, energetic stance without becoming spiky.