Sans Normal Asken 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, headlines, posters, packaging, user interfaces, geometric, friendly, crisp, contemporary, playful, modernize, differentiate, improve clarity, add character, geometric simplicity, rounded, clean, incised, angular terminals, humanized.
A clean sans with broadly geometric construction and generous, open counters. Rounds are smooth and near-circular, while many strokes end in sharp, angled cuts that create a subtle incised look at terminals and joins. Stroke weight stays even throughout, producing a steady color in text, and proportions feel balanced with a slightly lively rhythm from the distinctive cuts and occasional asymmetries in diagonals. Numerals and capitals read sturdy and straightforward, while lowercase forms keep a compact, clear silhouette.
Well suited to branding systems that want a clean sans with a recognizable detail, as well as headlines, posters, and packaging where the sharp terminals can add presence at larger sizes. Its even stroke and open shapes also make it a practical choice for UI labels and short-to-medium text settings where clarity is important.
The combination of simple geometry and sharp, chiseled terminals gives the font a modern, slightly playful voice—friendly at a glance, but with a crisp edge that adds character. It feels contemporary and design-forward without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to merge familiar geometric sans readability with a signature terminal treatment that differentiates it from more neutral grotesks. It aims for versatility—capable of straightforward typographic work—while offering a distinct, modern personality for display use.
In running text the angled terminals create small flashes of texture, especially on diagonals and curved joins, which helps headings feel punchy while keeping paragraphs orderly. Circular letters stay smooth and stable, providing a consistent base for the more distinctive cuts.