Sans Normal Vukep 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry, 'Goudar HL' by Stawix, 'Agharti' by That That Creative, and 'Childbook' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, retro, friendly, utilitarian, punchy, space-saving, impact, clarity, brand voice, condensed, rounded, monoline, compact, sturdy.
A condensed sans with sturdy, monoline strokes and softly rounded corners throughout. Counters are tight and compact, with oval/rectangular interior shapes that keep the rhythm dense and vertical. Terminals tend to be blunt rather than tapered, and curved letters (C, G, S, O) read as narrow ovals with even weight. Uppercase forms are tall and economical, while the lowercase stays compact with simple, single-storey shapes where applicable and minimal detailing for maximum solidity.
Best suited to short-to-medium text at display sizes where a compact, high-impact texture is useful—headlines, posters, packaging, and wayfinding-style signage. The condensed footprint helps fit longer words into tight spaces while retaining a strong, uniform color, making it workable for bold brand marks and title treatments.
The overall tone feels industrial and practical, with a subtle retro flavor from the rounded-rectangle construction and compact proportions. Its dense verticality gives it a punchy, attention-holding presence, while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than harsh.
Likely drawn to deliver an efficient, space-saving sans that remains legible and visually consistent at large sizes. The design emphasizes uniform stroke weight, compact counters, and rounded corners to balance toughness with friendliness in modern display typography.
Round characters maintain consistent narrow ovals, and joins are kept clean with little to no modulation, emphasizing a uniform texture. Numerals match the same condensed, sturdy build, creating a cohesive look for mixed alphanumeric settings.