Sans Normal Amlaz 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gradus' and 'Priego' by Brenners Template, 'Natio' by Degarism Studio, and 'Few Grotesk' by Studio Few (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, signage, ui labels, posters, modern, confident, clean, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, modernity, simplicity, impact, geometric, rounded, smooth, monoline, open counters.
This typeface is a clean sans with a geometric backbone and softly rounded curves. Strokes are even and heavy, with minimal contrast and largely straight terminals that keep the silhouette crisp. Round letters (O, C, G, e) read as smooth, near-circular forms with open counters, while verticals are sturdy and uniform. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike construction (single-storey a and g), a compact, neutral rhythm, and straightforward joins; figures are wide and stable with clear shapes and consistent weight.
Well suited for headlines, branding, and poster typography where a solid, modern sans is needed with strong impact. It also works effectively for signage and UI labels at medium-to-large sizes thanks to its open counters and uncomplicated letterforms.
The overall tone feels contemporary and practical, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry adds a mild friendliness without becoming playful, making it feel approachable while still distinctly functional and modern.
The design intent appears to prioritize clarity and contemporary simplicity through geometric shapes, even stroke weight, and restrained detailing. It aims to deliver a dependable, modern voice that stays legible and consistent across all-caps text, mixed case, and numerals.
The design maintains strong consistency between uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, with generous interior space for a heavy weight and clear differentiation in key forms like 0, 6, 8, and 9. The ampersand in the sample reads as a compact, simplified form that matches the font’s restrained, geometric voice.