Sans Normal Ohliz 13 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Causten' and 'Causten Round' by Trustha and 'TT Commons Classic', 'TT Commons™️ Pro', and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, packaging, modern, confident, friendly, clean, neutral, impact, clarity, versatility, modern branding, geometric, rounded, high contrast-free, crisp, compact.
A heavy, geometric sans with clean, monoline strokes and broadly rounded curves. Counters are open and generous, with circular bowls (notably in O, Q, and 0) and straightforward joins that keep shapes crisp at display sizes. The lowercase is simple and sturdy, featuring a single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and a compact t with a high crossbar. Numerals are bold and legible with smooth curves and clear differentiation between 0 and surrounding forms.
This font performs best in headlines and prominent UI or marketing text where weight and clarity are assets. It’s well-suited to branding systems, posters, packaging, and signage that need a bold, contemporary sans with friendly geometry. In longer passages, it maintains readability thanks to open counters, though the strong stroke weight makes it especially effective for short-to-medium text blocks.
The overall tone is modern and direct, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Rounded geometry and open counters add approachability, making it feel friendly without becoming playful or quirky. Its weight and clarity give it a strong, assertive voice suitable for attention-grabbing typography.
The design appears intended as a versatile, geometric workhorse for modern communications—combining strong visual impact with clean, conventional letterforms. It aims to deliver dependable legibility and a contemporary tone across brand and display contexts.
Spacing appears even and stable, producing a solid texture in paragraphs and headlines. The design favors simple, highly recognizable letterforms with minimal modulation, prioritizing clarity and impact over stylistic flourish.