Sans Normal Konal 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Montesori' by Variable Type Foundry, and 'Gardenia' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, friendly, impact, motion, modernity, clarity, display, geometric, rounded, clean, compact, sturdy.
This typeface is a heavy, forward-slanted sans with mostly geometric construction and smooth, rounded joins. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation, giving it a solid, contemporary presence. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are moderately open, balancing density with clarity. Terminals are clean and largely straight-cut, and the overall rhythm feels energetic due to the consistent slant and compact internal spacing.
Best suited for short-form, high-impact typography such as headlines, posters, branding lockups, and packaging. The strong slant and dense color make it effective for sports, fitness, and tech-adjacent visual identities, as well as promotional materials that need immediacy. It can work in brief subheads, but the weight and compactness are most convincing at larger sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, with a sporty, contemporary flavor. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the weight and slant add urgency and momentum. The result reads as confident and action-oriented rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, energetic sans voice with strong emphasis and motion. Its geometric rounding and sturdy stroke weight suggest a focus on clear silhouette and punchy presence in display contexts, while keeping a friendly, contemporary feel.
The numerals are sturdy and prominent, matching the letterforms’ weight and curvature, and hold up well at display sizes. The lowercase shows a simple, modern structure with single-storey forms where expected, reinforcing an informal, streamlined texture. Spacing appears tuned for impact, producing a dense, poster-ready color on the page.