Sans Normal Ohkiv 16 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Ageo' by Eko Bimantara, 'Radikal' by Nootype, and 'R-Flex' by VType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, retro, bold, clean, friendly impact, display clarity, geometric simplicity, brand voice, rounded, geometric, soft, chunky, high-contrast counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, circular bowls and smoothly curved joins paired with crisp, straight terminals. The stroke is consistently thick, producing strong color and compact interior counters, especially in letters like a, e, and s. Proportions lean wide and stable, with generous curves in C/G/O and a simple, geometric construction across the set; diagonals in A/V/W/X and the angled leg of R add sharp structure within the otherwise soft silhouette. Lowercase forms are sturdy and simplified, with a single-storey a and g and short extenders that keep the overall texture dense and even. Figures match the letterforms in weight and roundness, with clear, straightforward shapes designed to hold up at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short text where weight and rounded geometry can deliver clear impact—such as posters, brand marks, packaging, signage, and social graphics. It can also work for subheads or callouts in editorial layouts when a friendly, bold voice is needed.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, mixing a soft, rounded friendliness with confident, poster-like impact. Its geometric regularity and chunky curves give it a subtly retro, mid-century/modernist flavor while still reading as contemporary and clean.
The font appears designed to deliver a warm, approachable display voice through simple geometric construction and rounded forms, prioritizing strong presence and visual consistency over delicate detail. Its tight counters and thick strokes suggest an emphasis on bold readability and a recognizable silhouette in branding and headline contexts.
The design emphasizes smooth circular geometry and thick strokes, creating a strong, uniform rhythm in text lines. Counters are intentionally tight, which increases punch and presence but makes the font feel most at home at larger sizes where the shapes can breathe.