Sans Normal Osdap 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'HD Colton', 'HD Node', and 'HD Node Sans' by HyperDeluxe; 'Glimp' by OneSevenPointFive; 'Crique Grotesk' by Stawix; and 'Referenz Grotesk' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, modern, straightforward, impact, clarity, modern branding, display emphasis, approachability, geometric, rounded, blocky, compact, clean.
This is a heavy, geometric sans with broad, rounded curves and flat, sturdy terminals. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and bowls trend toward near-circular shapes with a consistent, even stroke feel. The lowercase is compact and solid, with a single-storey “a” and a simple “g,” and the overall rhythm is dense without feeling cramped. Numerals follow the same stout construction, with clear, rounded forms and minimal internal detailing.
Best suited to display settings where high impact is needed—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and large-format signage. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation at larger sizes where a strong typographic presence is desirable.
The overall tone is assertive and upbeat, projecting clarity and strength rather than delicacy. Its rounded geometry keeps the voice approachable, while the dense black shapes add impact and a no-nonsense, contemporary presence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum boldness with simple, geometric forms that stay legible and consistent across letters and figures. It prioritizes a strong silhouette and a friendly, rounded construction for modern branding and attention-grabbing display typography.
In text, the heavy color creates strong word shapes and emphasizes punctuation and capitals, making headlines feel emphatic. Circular letters like O/C/G read especially smooth and uniform, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) remain crisp and stable, reinforcing a clean, engineered look.