Sans Normal Osdap 15 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Bari Sans' by JCFonts, 'CG Triumvirate' and 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, and 'Rationell' by PeGGO Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, punchy, approachable, retro, impact, approachability, display, simplicity, brand tone, soft corners, rounded forms, compact counters, sturdy, chunky.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Curves are smooth and full, with softened joins and slightly squared terminals that keep the overall texture solid and blocky rather than airy. The lowercase shows simple, sturdy constructions with a single-storey “g” and a round, open “e,” while capitals lean geometric with generous bowls and a wide stance. Numerals match the same robust, rounded logic, producing a consistent, high-impact color in text.
Best suited to bold headlines, posters, and display applications where its rounded weight can carry a message with authority. It also fits branding and packaging that want a friendly, mass-market tone, as well as signage where strong shapes and simple letterforms are beneficial.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, combining a soft, friendly geometry with a confident, poster-like presence. Its chunky shapes and rounded details give it a mildly retro, consumer-friendly feel that reads as welcoming rather than severe.
The design appears intended as a high-impact rounded sans for attention-grabbing display typography, prioritizing warmth and legibility through simplified forms and soft geometry. Its consistent, sturdy rhythm suggests an emphasis on branding versatility and bold, approachable communication.
Because the counters are relatively tight and strokes are substantial, the face holds together strongly at large sizes and in short bursts of text. In dense paragraphs it can feel dark and compact, so generous spacing and line height help maintain clarity.