Sans Normal Ornay 14 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Core Sans N' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, and 'Depot New Condensed' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, direct, sporty, retro, impact, space saving, legibility, branding, compact, rounded, blunt terminals, dense, high impact.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded bowls and a tall, sturdy vertical rhythm. Strokes are broadly even and end in blunt, squared terminals, giving the letters a dense, poster-ready texture. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and curves (C, G, O, S) lean toward circular/elliptical construction with slightly flattened joins. The overall fit is tight and economical, producing strong word shapes with minimal delicacy.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short bursts of text where maximum impact is needed—posters, event graphics, brand marks, packaging callouts, and signage. It can work for UI labels or navigation when set generously, but it’s most effective in display contexts rather than long reading passages.
The tone is confident and approachable: big, emphatic forms that feel practical rather than refined. Its chunky geometry and compact proportions suggest a retro-leaning, utilitarian voice—energetic, straightforward, and designed to read as “loud” without needing decorative tricks.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-impact sans for display typography, prioritizing strong silhouettes and consistent weight over fine detail. Its rounded construction and blunt endings aim for broad legibility and a friendly, contemporary-retro presence in branding and advertising.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent, workmanlike build, and the numerals match the same blocky, rounded logic for cohesive headlines. The heavy weight and tight interiors make it most comfortable at larger sizes where the counters can breathe and the shapes stay distinct.