Sans Normal Olbuh 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Menca' by Kvant; 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink; 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType; and 'TT Commons Classic', 'TT Hoves Pro', and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, ui, signage, modern, friendly, clean, confident, neutral, clarity, impact, versatility, approachability, geometric, rounded, high contrast-free, open counters, stable.
This is a heavy, geometric sans with largely circular bowls and smooth, uniform stroke weight. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with broad curves, flat terminals, and consistently even joins that keep the silhouette calm and controlled. Counters are generally open and the spacing reads balanced, supporting clear word shapes in running text while maintaining a strong, poster-like presence at larger sizes.
It performs especially well in headlines, logos, and brand systems that need a strong, clean presence without sharpness. The even color and open forms also suit UI labels, packaging, and signage where clarity at medium-to-large sizes is important.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded construction and generous curves. Its weight and steadiness give it a confident, matter-of-fact voice that still feels contemporary rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a straightforward, contemporary sans voice with softened geometry—aiming for versatility across brand and display contexts while keeping a consistent, high-impact typographic color.
Rounded forms like C, G, O, and Q emphasize near-circular geometry, while straight-sided letters (E, F, H, N) keep the rhythm disciplined. Numerals match the same robust, rounded construction, giving mixed alphanumeric settings a cohesive, uniform color.