Sans Normal Apken 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anthro' by Studio Few and 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, signage, presentations, packaging, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, corporate, versatility, clarity, contemporary tone, approachability, geometric, monoline, rounded, open, even rhythm.
A clean sans with monolinear strokes and softly rounded curves. Round letters (C, G, O) read as near-circular with open apertures, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, I) stay crisp and planar. The uppercase set is broad and stable, with a simple triangular A and a balanced, open G; the lowercase mixes single-storey a and g with straightforward constructions and minimal flare. Terminals are clean and mostly horizontal/vertical, keeping a consistent, even texture in text, and the numerals share the same smooth, rounded geometry for a cohesive set.
Well-suited to interface copy, product and corporate branding, and informational design where clarity and a polished, contemporary feel are needed. The clean construction and rounded forms also work well for signage, headings, and marketing materials that benefit from a friendly but professional voice.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a calm, approachable friendliness. Its restrained shapes and even rhythm feel contemporary and dependable, avoiding strong stylistic quirks while still reading as warm rather than stark.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose sans focused on legibility and a smooth geometric coherence. Its simplified shapes and consistent stroke treatment suggest an emphasis on broad usability across display and text contexts without calling attention to itself.
In the text sample, word shapes remain clear at larger sizes, with generous counters and uncomplicated joins that support quick scanning. The design emphasizes clarity over characterful detailing, producing a steady typographic color across lines.