Sans Normal Beriw 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheadings, posters, signage, packaging, condensed, utilitarian, modern, editorial, clean, space saving, clarity, neutrality, modernity, tall, compact, monoline, minimal, open counters.
A tall, tightly set sans with markedly condensed proportions and compact counters. Strokes read largely monoline with gentle, rounded joins and softly shaped terminals that avoid sharp cuts. Curves are clean and controlled, with round letters like C/O staying narrow and vertical, while straight-sided forms (E/F/H/I) emphasize an upright, streamlined rhythm. Lowercase construction is simple and legible, with a single-storey a and g, a short crossbar on t, and straightforward numerals that follow the same narrow, even-stroke logic.
Well suited to headlines and subheads where space is limited and a tall, compressed silhouette is desirable. It also fits posters, signage, and packaging systems that need a clean, modern sans with a consistent texture and strong vertical rhythm.
The overall tone is practical and contemporary, with a straightforward, no-nonsense presence. Its condensed stance adds a slightly editorial, space-saving urgency while staying neutral and readable rather than decorative.
The letterforms appear designed to maximize economy of horizontal space while preserving clarity through simple shapes, open apertures, and even stroke weight. The aim reads as a neutral condensed workhorse for modern layouts rather than a stylized display novelty.
The design maintains consistent stroke thickness across curves and stems, producing an even color in text. Apertures and counters are kept fairly open for the width, helping the face remain clear at display and compact text sizes, though the narrow widths naturally increase vertical emphasis.