Sans Normal Nobus 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EquipExtended' by Hoftype, 'Morandi' by Monotype, and 'Fact' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, sporty, punchy, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, utility, geometric, blocky, rounded, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and dense, even strokes. Curves are built from near-circular bowls and rounded corners, while joins and terminals are predominantly squared, giving the design a sturdy, block-forward silhouette. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and apertures stay fairly closed, emphasizing solid black shapes over interior whitespace. The lowercase keeps straightforward construction with simple shoulders and arms, and the numerals follow the same robust, utility-driven geometry for consistent rhythm in mixed text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where maximum impact and quick recognition are needed. It works well for logos, packaging, and signage that benefit from a strong geometric presence, and it can serve UI or label text when used sparingly and at comfortable sizes.
The overall tone is bold and assured, with a friendly, contemporary feel driven by rounded geometry and simple shapes. Its mass and broad stance read as energetic and promotional rather than delicate or editorial, projecting clarity and confidence at a glance.
The design appears intended as an all-purpose, high-impact sans that prioritizes bold presence and clean geometry. It aims to deliver a modern, approachable voice while maintaining a simple, highly legible structure for display-driven typography.
At display sizes the forms feel crisp and stable, with strong horizontal emphasis and a consistent “stamped” solidity across caps, lowercase, and figures. In longer lines, the tight counters and heavy color create a compact texture that favors short messages over extended reading.