Sans Normal Dekel 17 is a light, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, product design, branding, headlines, signage, modern, clean, neutral, friendly, technical, versatility, clarity, system consistency, contemporary tone, everyday readability, geometric, rounded, open counters, even rhythm, high legibility.
A clean sans with an even, monoline stroke and strongly geometric construction. Curves are smooth and near-circular, with open counters and restrained contrast, creating a steady texture in text. Capitals are simple and architectural, while the lowercase keeps single-storey forms (notably a and g) and round i/j dots for a straightforward, contemporary feel. Numerals follow the same rational geometry, with clear differentiation and consistent stroke endings.
This face suits interface and product typography where clarity and consistency are essential, and it scales well from compact UI labels to larger headings. Its open forms and even texture also make it a solid choice for wayfinding and general-purpose branding systems that need a contemporary, unobtrusive voice.
The overall tone is modern and neutral, with a quietly friendly feel driven by rounded bowls and open shapes. It reads as practical and uncluttered, leaning toward a contemporary, tech-adjacent sensibility without feeling stark or industrial.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose geometric sans: simple structures, open counters, and consistent stroke behavior aimed at dependable readability and a contemporary visual signature.
The family’s geometry shows through in letters like O/Q and the circular bowls across b/p/q, giving a cohesive system. Spacing appears balanced and predictable, supporting a calm rhythm in longer passages. The lowercase t has a clean, minimal crossbar and the y has a smooth, curved tail, reinforcing the rounded, approachable character.