Sans Normal Osban 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold; 'Prelo Condensed' by Monotype; 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio; 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH; and 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, logos, packaging, bold, confident, friendly, modern, straightforward, impact, clarity, display, readability, rounded, geometric, blocky, compact, crisp.
This typeface has heavy, even strokes with rounded curves and largely squared-off terminals, producing a sturdy, compact texture. Counters are relatively tight and the overall silhouette is built from simple geometric parts, balancing circular bowls with flat-sided joins. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” with short ascenders and a clear, open rhythm that stays consistent across letters and figures. Numerals are similarly robust and simplified, designed to read clearly at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, posters, signage, and brand applications where bold, compact letterforms help carry a message quickly. It can also work for packaging and UI callouts, especially when used with adequate spacing and moderate line lengths to keep the dense texture from feeling crowded.
The tone is assertive and direct, with a friendly, contemporary feel driven by its rounded geometry and thick strokes. It reads as practical and attention-grabbing rather than delicate, making it well suited to messaging that needs to feel confident and approachable.
The design appears intended as a high-impact, no-nonsense sans that remains friendly through rounded construction and simplified shapes. Its primary goal is strong presence and quick readability in display contexts, with consistent geometry across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
At larger sizes the dense weight creates strong black shapes and high impact, while the compact apertures and tight counters suggest it will benefit from generous letterspacing in longer settings. The forms stay clean and uncluttered, emphasizing clarity and consistency over stylistic flair.