Sans Normal Ofbup 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Gluk Etiuda No23' by Glukfonts, 'Acre' by Jonathan Ball, 'Neue Kabel' by Linotype, and 'Almarose' by S&C Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, confident, clean, approachable, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, geometric, rounded, compact, sturdy, minimal.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad circular bowls, smooth curves, and uniform stroke endings. Counters are fairly open for the weight, while joins stay clean and simplified, giving the shapes a sturdy, compact feel. Round letters like O/C/G read very circular, and straight-sided forms (E/F/H/N) keep crisp, even terminals. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, short-to-moderate extenders, and a straightforward, functional rhythm that holds together well in dense settings.
Best suited to display and headline work where a bold, friendly presence is needed—brand marks, packaging, posters, and signage. It can also work for short UI labels or callouts where strong emphasis and quick recognition matter more than long-form reading comfort.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a friendly geometric warmth rather than a sharp industrial bite. Its weight and roundness create a confident, high-impact voice that still feels clean and accessible.
The design appears intended as a contemporary geometric workhorse for bold messaging: simple, rounded construction for friendliness, combined with dense strokes for immediate impact and clarity in prominent layouts.
In the sample text, the heavy strokes and generous curves create strong word shapes and clear emphasis at headline sizes. The design stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, favoring simple construction and stable, uncluttered silhouettes.