Sans Normal Relef 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Referenz Grotesk' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, ui labels, signage, modern, confident, friendly, pragmatic, techy, clarity, impact, versatility, modernization, simplification, rounded, neutral, clean, geometric, compact.
A sturdy, geometric sans with rounded bowls, flat terminals, and largely uniform stroke weight. Curves are built from clean circular/elliptical arcs, while straight stems stay vertical and steady, creating an even rhythm across words. Counters are moderately open and shapes feel compact and efficient, with broad shoulders on letters like n and m and a single-storey a and g that reinforce a contemporary, simplified construction. Numerals are hefty and legible, with smooth, continuous curves and minimal ornamentation.
Well-suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where a solid, contemporary sans is needed. It can also work effectively in branding and packaging, and for UI labels or signage where sturdy shapes and clear numerals help maintain clarity at a range of sizes.
The overall tone is modern and straightforward, with a friendly approachability coming from the rounded forms and soft corners. Its strong presence reads confident and functional rather than decorative, giving it a contemporary, workmanlike character that suits utilitarian communication.
The design appears intended as a dependable geometric sans that prioritizes clarity and impact through simplified constructions, rounded curves, and consistent stroke weight. Its forms suggest a focus on contemporary versatility—strong enough for display while remaining neutral and tidy in everyday typographic settings.
At display sizes the heavy letterforms hold together well, and in running text the consistent geometry keeps texture stable. The simplified lowercase (notably the single-storey forms) and compact apertures give it a slightly tech/industrial feel without becoming stark.