Sans Normal Oknev 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ricardo' by Bureau Roffa, 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'Milliard' by René Bieder, 'Bajazzo' and 'Bajazzo Rounded' by Schriftlabor, and 'Gelder Sans' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, packaging, modern, friendly, straightforward, confident, clean, clarity, impact, modernity, simplicity, geometric, rounded, solid, compact, high legibility.
A clean, heavy sans with geometric construction and rounded bowls. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and terminals are mostly straight-cut, giving a sturdy, even texture. Counters are open and clear, and curves (C, G, O, Q, a, e) read as smooth, near-circular forms. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a compact r, and a short-armed t, producing a simple, contemporary rhythm with strong readability.
This style is well-suited to headlines and display typography where a solid, contemporary voice is needed. It should perform well in branding and packaging for products that benefit from a clean, approachable feel, and it has the clarity for short-to-medium signage and wayfinding text.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry keeps it friendly rather than aggressive, while the weight and compact forms make it feel assertive and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern geometric sans voice with high impact and easy legibility. It prioritizes simple, familiar letterforms and consistent stroke weight to create a dependable texture for contemporary graphic design.
Uppercase shapes feel stable and symmetrical, with broad horizontals and clear inner spaces in B, D, P, and R. Diagonals (K, V, W, X, Y) are crisp and uniform, helping the font stay punchy in headlines. Numerals are sturdy and highly legible, with an 8 that is balanced and a 7 with a strong diagonal sweep.