Sans Normal Nobav 15 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BR Candor', 'BR Nebula', 'BR Segma', and 'BR Shape' by Brink and 'Proper Tavern' by Larin Type Co (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, playful, modern, approachable, display impact, friendly branding, modern clarity, bold legibility, rounded, geometric, chunky, soft corners, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and smooth, geometric curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, creating dense, compact counters and strong silhouette clarity. Terminals and joins read clean and slightly softened, with circular/elliptical bowls (notably in O, C, G, and 0) and straightforward, blocky construction in straight-sided forms. Lowercase shapes are simple and sturdy with single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and a compact, functional t; overall spacing appears even and built for impact rather than delicacy.
Best suited to headlines and short, high-impact text where its dense weight and rounded geometry can carry the message. It works well for branding, packaging, signage, and display typography in digital or print contexts that benefit from a confident, friendly presence.
The font projects a friendly, assertive tone that feels contemporary and upbeat. Its rounded mass and simple geometry give it an approachable, slightly playful character while still reading as solid and dependable for bold messaging.
The design appears intended as a bold display sans that balances geometric clarity with softened, rounded forms for approachability. Its emphasis on thick, consistent strokes and broad letterforms suggests a focus on immediate legibility and strong visual branding.
Large apertures are generally controlled and counters are relatively tight, which boosts poster-like presence but can make internal shapes close up as sizes get smaller. The numerals are similarly weighty and geometric, with clear, stable forms intended to match the strong rhythm of the letters.