Sans Normal Ulmav 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, playful, quirky, retro, whimsical, friendly, personality, display impact, compact setting, approachable tone, condensed, tall, narrow counters, soft curves, lively rhythm.
A tall, condensed sans with softly rounded strokes and gently tapered terminals that give the letters an elastic, hand-drawn feel while remaining clean and monolinear overall. Curves are drawn with slightly asymmetric tension, and verticals dominate, producing a tight footprint and strong vertical rhythm. Apertures tend to be modest, bowls are narrow, and joins are smooth rather than sharp, helping the face read as informal despite its orderly construction. Figures follow the same slim proportions, with simple, open shapes that match the letterforms’ narrow counters and upright posture.
Best suited for display typography where personality matters: headlines, posters, packaging, and branding that wants a friendly, quirky voice. It can also work for short pull quotes or section titles, especially when a compact, vertical texture is helpful; extended small text may feel tight due to the condensed proportions and narrow counters.
The overall tone is lighthearted and slightly offbeat, combining a tidy sans foundation with a casual, cartoon-like bounce. Its narrow, towering proportions add a humorous urgency, making it feel energetic and personable rather than strictly utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed sans with a playful, human touch—keeping the structure simple and readable while introducing gentle quirks in curves and terminals to create character and warmth.
The alphabet shows consistent proportioning across uppercase and lowercase, with a noticeable emphasis on vertical strokes and compact width that creates a distinctive, poster-friendly texture. The sample text suggests it stays legible at display sizes, where the subtle irregularities and tapered ends become part of the charm.