Sans Normal Okres 17 is a bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Cindie 2' by Lewis McGuffie Type and 'Codo Mono' by wearecolt (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, ui display, industrial, utilitarian, confident, retro tech, direct, impact, alignment, clarity, system style, signage, blocky, sturdy, compact counters, rounded corners, uniform rhythm.
A heavy, block-forward sans with broad proportions, uniform stroke weight, and a clearly monospaced rhythm. Curves are generously rounded and terminals read as clean, squared-off cuts, giving letters a sturdy, machined feel rather than a calligraphic one. Counters are compact but open enough to stay legible at display sizes, and the overall color on the page is dense and even. Numerals and capitals share the same robust, geometric construction, producing a consistent, grid-friendly texture in running text.
Well-suited to bold headlines, posters, and short statements where a strong, even typographic color is desirable. The fixed-width rhythm also makes it a natural fit for code-like UI elements, badges, labels, and system-style display moments that benefit from strict alignment.
The tone is practical and no-nonsense, with a subtle retro-computing and industrial signage flavor. Its strong presence feels assertive and functional, prioritizing clarity and impact over delicacy.
This design appears intended to deliver high-impact, monospaced clarity with a geometric, industrial character—combining a grid-precise structure with softened curves for approachable readability.
The monospaced spacing creates pronounced vertical alignment and a steady cadence in paragraphs, while the wide letterforms amplify visual weight and emphasis. Round letters like O and C read as softened rectangles, balancing the otherwise blocky construction.