Sans Normal Gukef 11 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, labels, children’s design, friendly, playful, casual, hand-drawn, airy, space-saving, approachability, informal tone, distinctiveness, monoline, rounded, condensed, open forms, soft terminals.
A tall, condensed sans with monoline strokes and gently rounded corners throughout. Curves are drawn with a slightly irregular, hand-rendered smoothness, and terminals tend to be softened rather than sharply cut. The proportions emphasize height over width, with narrow bowls and compact counters, while keeping forms open and readable. Numerals follow the same narrow, rounded construction, maintaining a consistent rhythm in both grid and text settings.
Well-suited to headlines, short blurbs, and display copy where a compact width helps fit more characters into limited space. Its friendly character works well for packaging, labels, and playful editorial or educational materials, especially when a casual, approachable voice is desired.
The overall tone feels approachable and informal, with a lighthearted, human touch. Its narrow, tall stance gives it a neat, tidy presence, while the softened drawing keeps it from feeling rigid or technical.
The design appears intended to provide a narrow, space-saving sans with a warm, informal personality—balancing simple, rounded construction with subtle hand-drawn liveliness for distinctive display typography.
Stroke joins and curves show subtle quirks that suggest a hand-drawn influence rather than strict geometric construction. The condensed spacing and tall ascenders create a strong vertical cadence that stands out in lines of text.