Sans Normal Onkef 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'MVB Embarcadero' by MVB, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'RF Dewi' by Russian Fonts, and 'Brown Pro' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, modern, confident, clean, straightforward, friendly, clarity, impact, modernity, consistency, geometric, solid, crisp, neutral, compact.
A sturdy sans with clean, mostly geometric construction and rounded bowls paired with straight-sided stems. Strokes are uniform and heavy, with smooth joins and minimal modulation, creating a crisp, high-impact texture. Counters are relatively tight in several letters (notably in B, 8, and a), and terminals read as squared-off rather than tapered. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and a fairly compact s; the t has a simple crossbar and a solid, vertical presence. Numerals are weighty and clear, with a rounded 8 and a compact 2 and 3 that keep the overall rhythm dense and consistent.
Best suited for headlines, display typography, and short blocks of text where a strong, compact voice is desirable. It can work well for signage, packaging, and brand systems that need a contemporary, geometric look with clear letterforms at larger sizes.
The overall tone is modern and assertive, with a no-nonsense clarity suited to contemporary branding. Its geometric steadiness and dense color give it a confident, utilitarian feel while the rounded forms keep it approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, contemporary sans for impact-forward typography. Its simplified geometry, uniform stroke behavior, and compact counters suggest a focus on clarity and consistency in high-visibility settings.
In text, the heavy stroke and tight internal spaces produce a dark, continuous typographic color that rewards generous sizing and spacing. The shapes stay highly consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, emphasizing uniformity and legibility over expressive detailing.