Sans Normal Dobay 1 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Avenir Next', 'Avenir Next Arabic', 'Avenir Next Cyrillic', 'Avenir Next Georgian', 'Avenir Next Hebrew', 'Avenir Next Paneuropean', 'Avenir Next Thai', 'Avenir Next Variable', and 'Avenir Next World' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, presentations, clean, modern, neutral, technical, calm, clarity, versatility, modernity, readability, neutrality, monoline, rounded, open apertures, geometric, crisp.
This typeface is a monoline sans with a geometric backbone and gently rounded curves. Strokes remain even and smooth, with circular bowls and clean joins that keep counters open and legible. Terminals are predominantly straight or softly finished rather than tapered, and the overall drawing favors simple, stable forms. Spacing appears balanced with a steady rhythm in text, and the figures follow the same restrained, contemporary construction as the letters.
It works well for interface copy, product and SaaS branding, and general-purpose editorial typography where a clean, modern sans is needed. The even texture and open counters also suit wayfinding and informational signage, as well as presentation decks and short to mid-length reading on screen.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, with a calm, matter-of-fact voice. Its restrained geometry and smooth curves feel modern and efficient, leaning more toward clarity and practicality than expressiveness.
The design appears intended as a versatile, modern workhorse sans: geometric enough to feel contemporary, but softened to maintain readability and an approachable texture in running text. It prioritizes clarity, consistency, and a tidy typographic color across sizes.
Uppercase shapes read cleanly and structured, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, contemporary sans feel with clear, uncluttered counters. The numerals appear consistent and readable, matching the font’s simple geometry and even color in paragraphs.