Sans Normal Ahkih 14 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'Area' by Blaze Type, and 'Apercu Condensed' by Colophon Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, modern, utilitarian, authoritative, compact, space saving, maximum impact, straightforward tone, system friendly, condensed, grotesk, closed apertures, tight spacing, high impact.
A condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and compact proportions. Curves are rounded but kept tight, with small counters and relatively closed apertures that increase density. Terminals are clean and mostly square-cut, and the overall construction feels geometric-leaning without becoming perfectly circular. Uppercase forms read sturdy and blocky, while lowercase keeps a simple, single-storey a and g and a short, straightforward t, maintaining a consistent, no-frills rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and other short-to-medium text where space is limited and impact is needed. It can also work for branding, signage, and packaging systems that benefit from a compact sans with consistent, high-density color.
The tone is direct and workmanlike, prioritizing clarity and punch over warmth or elegance. Its compressed width and dark color give it an assertive, poster-ready voice that feels contemporary and slightly industrial.
The design appears aimed at delivering a space-saving, high-impact sans for contemporary display typography. Its restrained detailing, even stroke weight, and condensed build suggest an intention to remain neutral and functional while still reading strong and confident.
The sample text shows strong word-shape uniformity and a dark, continuous texture, especially in mixed case. Numerals match the compact, sturdy feel and hold up well at display sizes where the tight counters and condensed widths add impact.