Sans Superellipse Pikav 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geogrotesque Condensed Series' by Emtype Foundry, 'Athletic Condensed' and 'Athletic Pro' by Mandarin, 'Parkson' by Rook Supply, and 'Cargi' by Studio Principle Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, condensed, industrial, punchy, authoritative, modern, space saving, high impact, strong voice, modern utility, blocky, rectilinear, rounded corners, compact, utilitarian.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy strokes and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into softened corners and squarish bowls, creating a superelliptical, almost stamped geometry rather than circular forms. Counters are tight and openings are controlled, with short crossbars and terminals that read as clean cut and unadorned. The overall rhythm is upright and dense, with sturdy verticals and a consistent, no-nonsense silhouette in both uppercase and lowercase, plus robust lining figures.
Best suited for headlines and display typography where space is limited but impact is needed, such as posters, branding lockups, packaging, and high-visibility signage. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation where a compact, assertive style is desired.
The tone is bold and utilitarian, with an industrial, poster-forward presence. Its condensed proportions and squared-round shapes give it a confident, authoritative voice that feels contemporary and functional rather than expressive or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight in a narrow footprint, using rounded-rectangular geometry to keep forms sturdy, modern, and highly legible at display sizes.
In text settings the narrow set and heavy color produce strong impact and efficient line packing, but the tight counters and compressed widths can make long passages feel dense. The design’s rounded-rectangle logic stays consistent across letters and numerals, reinforcing a cohesive, engineered look.