Sans Normal Arlaz 16 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arpona Sans' by Floodfonts, 'Sans Beam' by Stawix, 'Foundry Context' by The Foundry, and 'Nuno' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body text, signage, presentations, editorial, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, functional, utility, clarity, versatility, neutrality, readability, geometric, open apertures, rounded terminals, even rhythm, high legibility.
A clean sans with geometric, largely circular construction and consistent stroke weight. Curves are smooth and generous, with open apertures and straightforward joins that keep counters clear at text sizes. Terminals read mostly rounded or softly squared rather than sharply cut, contributing to an even, unobtrusive texture in paragraphs. Proportions feel slightly expansive, with broad uppercase forms and uncomplicated lowercase shapes that maintain clear differentiation (notably in the bowl/loop letters and numerals).
This font is well suited to interface copy, product UI, and general-purpose body text where a calm, even texture supports long reading. The clear shapes and open counters also make it a solid choice for signage, wayfinding, and presentation typography, as well as editorial layouts that need a neutral sans to carry content without calling attention to the letterforms.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, aiming for clarity over personality. Its rounded geometry adds a mild friendliness while staying restrained and professional, making it feel approachable rather than corporate-cold.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary workhorse sans: simple geometry, clear apertures, and consistent stroke behavior suggest a focus on dependable readability across a wide range of sizes and practical contexts.
In the sample text the spacing and letterfit create a steady rhythm, with strong readability across mixed-case lines and numerals. The numeral set appears simple and modern, matching the same geometric logic as the letters for a cohesive typographic color.