Sans Normal Kolan 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Moveo Sans' by Green Type, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Brainy Variable Sans' by Maculinc, 'Aago' and 'Air Superfamily' by Positype, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, energetic, urgent, modern, technical, speed emphasis, space saving, display impact, modern branding, oblique, condensed, rounded, geometric, compact.
A compact oblique sans with a strong forward slant, sturdy strokes, and rounded terminals. Letterforms lean geometric, with broadly circular bowls (C, G, O, Q) and smooth, uninterrupted curves that keep contrast minimal. Proportions are tight and efficient, with short ascenders/descenders relative to the cap height and a generally compact rhythm. Counters are open enough for clarity at display sizes, while the overall set feels engineered and consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster typography, sports or fitness branding, and bold packaging statements. Its strong slant and condensed footprint help fit longer words into tight spaces while maintaining a dynamic presence, making it useful for signage and attention-grabbing UI banners where emphasis matters.
The combination of heavy weight and pronounced slant gives the font a sense of speed and momentum. It reads as assertive and contemporary, suggesting motion and performance rather than quiet neutrality. The rounded geometry softens the impact slightly, keeping it approachable while still punchy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and a sense of motion in a space-efficient width. By combining geometric roundness with a pronounced oblique angle and solid stroke weight, it targets modern display applications where speed, strength, and immediacy are desirable.
The numerals follow the same compact, forward-leaning construction, with sturdy curves and minimal detailing for high-impact readability. Diagonals and joins (notably in K, M, N, V, W, X) feel firm and mechanical, reinforcing a streamlined, utilitarian tone.