Sans Superellipse Ornej 15 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Sztos' by Machalski, 'Prelo Compressed' by Monotype, 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, 'Ardoise Std' by Typofonderie, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, confident, utilitarian, modern, condensed, space saving, high impact, modern utility, signage clarity, blocky, compact, sturdy, crisp, geometric.
A compact, heavy sans with squared-off, superellipse-like curves and largely uniform stroke weight. The design emphasizes tall proportions and tight internal spaces, producing a dense, vertical rhythm in both caps and lowercase. Terminals are clean and abrupt, counters are rounded-rectangular rather than fully circular, and joins stay sturdy, giving letters a distinctly blocky silhouette. Numerals and punctuation follow the same compact, no-nonsense construction for consistent texture in running text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It also works well for labels, packaging, and wayfinding-style signage where dense text must hold a firm, legible presence at a distance.
The overall tone is direct and workmanlike, with a strong, compressed presence that feels authoritative and practical. Its squared curves and dense color lean toward an industrial, signage-oriented mood rather than a soft or playful one.
Likely designed to deliver maximum visual weight in a tight horizontal footprint, using rounded-rectangular geometry to stay modern while remaining highly utilitarian. The consistent stroke behavior and compact forms suggest an emphasis on strong typographic color and straightforward readability in display settings.
The sample text shows a dark, even typographic color with minimal modulation, making the face feel stable and emphatic. The compact width and tight counters amplify impact at larger sizes, while the squared geometry keeps shapes disciplined and consistent across the set.