Sans Normal Arnod 23 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Phrasa' by Arrière-garde, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Equip' by Hoftype, and 'Clear Sans' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, wayfinding, editorial, branding, presentation, neutral, modern, clean, friendly, utilitarian, versatility, legibility, clarity, modernity, neutrality, geometric, rounded, even rhythm, open counters, crisp terminals.
A clean sans with largely geometric construction and smooth, round bowls. Strokes are uniform and steady, with crisp, mostly straight terminals and minimal modulation. Curves are broad and consistent, producing open counters and a calm, even texture in text. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with straightforward joins and simple, uncluttered forms that stay legible at display and text sizes.
This font works well for user interfaces, product typography, and general-purpose editorial layouts where clarity and an even typographic color are priorities. It also suits signage and wayfinding thanks to its straightforward shapes, and can support modern branding systems that need a clean, dependable sans.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, leaning approachable rather than stark. Its rounded geometry and even rhythm give it a friendly, practical voice suited to everyday interface and editorial use without calling much attention to itself.
The design appears intended as a versatile, no-nonsense sans built around rounded geometry and consistent stroke behavior. It prioritizes legibility, visual neutrality, and a polished contemporary feel for broad everyday use across screens and print.
The figures are simple and highly readable, matching the letterforms in their restrained, geometric style. The uppercase set feels stable and signage-friendly, while the lowercase maintains clarity through open shapes and consistent spacing, creating a smooth paragraph color in the sample text.