Sans Normal Ohlig 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Almarose' by S&C Type and 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, playful, impact, legibility, warmth, simplicity, modernity, rounded, geometric, soft corners, clean, chunky.
A rounded, geometric sans with heavy, even strokes and softly eased corners. Curves are built from near-circular bowls (notably in O, Q, and 8), paired with straight-sided verticals that keep the rhythm steady. Terminals are predominantly blunt and squared-off, giving the letters a compact, sturdy silhouette, while counters remain open enough for clarity at display sizes. Lowercase forms are simple and single-storey where applicable, and the numerals follow the same rounded, solid construction for a consistent overall texture.
Best suited to headlines and short-form copy where its weight and rounded geometry can do the work—posters, brand marks, packaging, and clear, friendly signage. It can also function for interface labels or callouts when a warm, high-impact sans is needed, though its density suggests using it more for display than for long text.
The tone reads friendly and contemporary, with a confident, poster-ready weight and a soft geometric warmth. Its rounded construction and straightforward shapes feel approachable and mildly playful, without becoming novelty-driven.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern, geometric sans that feels welcoming while staying strong and highly legible. It prioritizes simple construction, consistent stroke weight, and rounded forms to create an emphatic display voice that still reads cleanly in real-world text.
The typeface maintains a consistent visual color across mixed-case settings, producing a strong, even typographic block in the sample text. Round glyphs (C, G, S, 0, 8) carry a smooth, cohesive curvature, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are robust and stable, reinforcing a practical, no-fuss voice.