Sans Normal Nobaj 16 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicky Sans' by Digitype Studio and 'Olyford' and 'Rewalt' by NicolassFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, playful, modern, impact, approachability, simplicity, modernity, rounded, soft, chunky, compact, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and smooth, compact counters. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal modulation, producing dense letterforms and a strong, even color on the page. Curves are generous and circular, terminals are clean and blunt, and joins are sturdy, giving the design a cohesive, geometric rhythm. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and generally closed apertures that emphasize solidity over airiness.
Best suited for headlines, logos, and brand systems that need a strong, friendly voice. It works well on posters, packaging, and signage; short UI labels and callouts can also benefit when a bold, rounded emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, balancing a contemporary geometric structure with soft, friendly curves. Its dense shapes and rounded details create a playful, upbeat feel while still reading as straightforward and modern.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a soft-edged geometric character—prioritizing presence, consistency, and approachability for contemporary display typography.
At large sizes the font looks highly graphic and punchy; in longer lines, the tight counters and closed apertures can make text feel compact and heavy. Numerals follow the same rounded, weighty construction, with sturdy shapes that read well in display settings.