Sans Normal Obnuw 17 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'LCT Picon' by LCT, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Plau Redonda' by Plau, 'Agent Sans' by Positype, 'Nuno' by Type.p, and 'Marble' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, friendly, modern, impactful, playful, high impact, clarity, modern utility, geometric consistency, approachable boldness, geometric, rounded, blocky, sturdy, compact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and large internal counters where the shapes allow. Curves are built from near-circular bowls and smooth arcs, while terminals are clean and mostly horizontal/vertical, giving the design a crisp, machined finish. The lowercase is compact with a prominent x-height and simple, single-storey constructions, and the overall rhythm is dense and even, producing strong color in text and headline settings. Numerals and capitals follow the same chunky, simplified geometry for consistent presence.
Best suited for headlines, display typography, and short bursts of copy where strong impact and quick recognition matter. It can work well for branding, packaging, and signage systems that need a robust geometric sans, and it holds up in large-scale applications where its dense texture becomes a visual asset.
The font projects a confident, no-nonsense tone with a friendly softness from its rounded geometry. Its bold, compact texture feels contemporary and energetic, balancing utilitarian clarity with a slightly playful heft.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a simplified geometric construction, prioritizing bold presence and consistent shapes across the alphabet. It aims for a contemporary, approachable display voice that remains clean and practical rather than decorative.
Round characters like O/C/G read especially solid and uniform, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are wide and strongly braced, reinforcing the sturdy, poster-like voice. In longer samples the weight creates tight negative space, making it most comfortable when given generous tracking and line spacing.