Hollow Other Ondi 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AC 1928' by Antoine Crama, 'Merel' by Inhouse Type, 'Daikon' by Pepper Type, 'Santral' by Taner Ardali, and 'Morph' and 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, event promo, kids branding, playful, retro, circus, festive, novelty, attention grab, texture, showtime, branding, rounded, chunky, dotted, stencil-like, decorative.
A heavy, rounded sans with chunky strokes and gently softened corners, set on broadly simple geometric constructions. The defining feature is a consistent field of small circular knockouts that perforate the strokes, creating a marquee-like texture while preserving solid outer silhouettes. Counters are large and open, terminals are blunt, and curves are smooth, giving the design a friendly, poster-ready rhythm. The dotted perforations track evenly through bowls and stems, producing a lively internal pattern that remains legible at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, signage, and promotional graphics where the perforated texture can read clearly. It works well for event branding, playful packaging, seasonal campaigns, and any application that benefits from a bold, patterned display face. Use generous sizes and spacing to keep the dotted knockouts crisp and distinct.
The perforated interior reads as lights, confetti, or punched metal, giving the face a celebratory, showtime energy. It feels cheerful and attention-seeking, with a nostalgic tone that suggests fairs, game nights, and playful branding rather than sober editorial work.
The design appears intended to combine simple, sturdy letterforms with a distinctive punched-out texture, adding a festive surface pattern while maintaining strong silhouettes for impact. It prioritizes visual character and recognition in display settings over minimalism or text-heavy reading.
Because the interior dot pattern is fine relative to the stroke weight, the texture becomes the main visual voice and may soften or fill in at small sizes or in low-resolution reproduction. The overall letterforms stay straightforward, letting the decorative cutouts carry the personality without making the shapes overly irregular.