Sans Normal Orbay 15 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lisboa', 'Lisboa Hebrew', 'Lisboa Sans', 'Lisboa Sans Hebrew', 'Lisboa Sans Tamil', 'Lisboa Tamil', and 'Lishbona Naskh' by Vanarchiv (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, approachable, confident, playful, high impact, friendly tone, modern utility, clear legibility, brand voice, soft corners, rounded forms, compact, open apertures, clean.
A sturdy sans with round, generously curved bowls and softly eased corners that keep the heavy strokes from feeling harsh. Curves are smooth and circular (not squared-off), while key joins and terminals are clean and straightforward, producing a clear, contemporary rhythm. Counters are fairly open for the weight, and the overall proportions feel compact and efficient, with rounded shapes doing most of the visual work rather than sharp angles.
This font is well suited to attention-first typography such as headlines, posters, branding, and packaging, where a solid, rounded sans can feel inviting while remaining highly legible. It also works well for signage and UI moments that need clear shapes and a friendly voice, especially at larger sizes.
The tone is friendly and contemporary, projecting confidence without becoming severe. Its rounded construction and even rhythm give it an approachable, slightly playful character that reads as modern and practical rather than formal or editorial.
The likely intention is to offer a contemporary, high-impact sans that balances strong presence with softened geometry. By pairing heavy stroke weight with rounded forms and open counters, it aims for legibility and warmth in display-forward applications.
The design emphasizes simple, geometric-like curves and consistent stroke behavior, creating a cohesive texture in blocks of text. The numeral set matches the letters’ sturdy presence and rounded logic, supporting prominent, high-impact settings.