Sans Normal Uhlek 1 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Singkey' by Din Studio, 'Altersan' by Eko Bimantara, 'Kingcup' by Fridaytype, 'Sceptica' by Glen Jan, and 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, packaging, modern, confident, friendly, clean, urban, impact, clarity, approachability, modernity, geometric, rounded, open counters, large apertures, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and smoothly rounded curves. Strokes are consistently thick with only subtle modulation, and terminals are clean and mostly straight, giving the letters a sturdy, engineered feel. The forms favor open counters and generous apertures (notably in C, S, and e), supporting clear word shapes at larger sizes. Uppercase construction is wide and stable, while lowercase is compact with simple, contemporary shapes and a single-storey a, contributing to a straightforward rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, branding, and promotional graphics where a strong, readable voice is needed. The wide, open shapes also make it a good candidate for signage and packaging, especially in short to medium text blocks at display sizes.
The overall tone is modern and assertive, with a friendly, accessible softness coming from the rounded bowls and open shapes. It reads as contemporary and practical rather than decorative, with a confident presence suited to bold messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-impact sans that stays approachable through rounded geometry and open letterforms. It prioritizes clarity and presence, aiming for strong legibility and a stable, consistent texture in prominent typographic roles.
Numerals are weighty and legible with clear differentiation, and punctuation in the sample text holds up well at display sizes. Spacing appears even and the silhouettes stay consistent across rounds and straights, producing a solid, uniform texture in lines of text.