Sans Normal Obgad 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Innova' by Durotype, 'Noah' by Fontfabric, 'Conamore' by Grida, 'Quercus Whiteline' by Storm Type Foundry, 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, straightforward, punchy, maximum impact, modern clarity, friendly geometry, brand presence, rounded, geometric, sturdy, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, smooth curves and crisp, square terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, giving letters a dense, poster-like color on the page. Counters are relatively tight (notably in forms like B, e, and a), while circular shapes like O and 0 read as near-elliptical with even weight. The design favors simple geometry and direct joins, with a single-storey a and g and overall sturdy proportions that hold up well at large sizes.
Best suited to display use where strong presence is desirable: headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and short, high-impact messaging. It can also work for UI labels and signage when set with ample spacing and generous line-height to offset the dense stroke weight.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a contemporary, utilitarian feel with soft, rounded geometry. It reads as assertive and energetic rather than delicate, suited to messages that need to feel clear, upbeat, and immediately legible.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, geometric voice—prioritizing clarity, consistency, and bold graphic texture for modern display typography.
In the sample text, the dense weight and tight internal spacing create strong word silhouettes and high visual presence, especially in all-caps. Numerals follow the same rounded, heavy construction and match the alphabet well, supporting cohesive headline setting.