Sans Normal Amlab 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Ida' by ParaType, 'Reyhan' by Plantype, 'Air Superfamily' by Positype, 'Barnet Sans' by The Northern Block, and 'Nimbus Sans L' and 'Nimbus Sans Thai' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, packaging, neutral, modern, clean, pragmatic, straightforward, clarity, versatility, neutrality, readability, geometric, rounded, crisp, open counters, high legibility.
This typeface presents a clean sans-serif construction with largely uniform strokes and smooth, rounded curves. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, with circular bowls (O, C, G) and squared-off terminals on horizontal and vertical strokes. The lowercase shows a simple, contemporary structure with a single-storey “a” and “g,” open apertures, and compact, well-contained joins that keep counters clear. Overall spacing and rhythm feel even and utilitarian, and the numerals follow the same straightforward, monoline logic with clear, distinct silhouettes.
It suits interface and product text, where consistent stroke weight and open counters support fast scanning. It also works well for general branding systems, editorial subheads, and informational signage that benefits from a clean, modern sans-serif presence.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, prioritizing clarity over personality. Its restrained shapes and consistent rhythm give it a practical, dependable voice suitable for everyday communication rather than decorative display.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose sans serif that balances geometric clarity with comfortable readability. Its simplified lowercase forms and steady spacing suggest a focus on versatile day-to-day use across both short labels and longer text settings.
Diagonal letters like K, V, W, X, and Y read with crisp angles and minimal modulation, while curved letters maintain near-circular geometry. The design keeps punctuation and text blocks looking tidy and stable in continuous reading, with a calm, uniform color on the page.