Sans Superellipse Orkir 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co. and 'Ardoise Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, utilitarian, condensed, assertive, modern, space saving, impact, clarity, systematic, tall, compact, blocky, neutral, sturdy.
A compact sans with tall proportions and a strongly condensed set width. Strokes remain essentially uniform, producing a solid, even color on the page. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry—most evident in C, G, O, and the bowls of b/d/p/q—while corners stay slightly softened rather than sharp. Counters are tight and vertical stems dominate, giving the design a firm, upright rhythm; diagonals in A, K, V, W, X, and Y are straight and economical. Numerals follow the same compressed, sturdy construction with straightforward shapes and minimal detailing.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and branding systems that need strong impact in limited horizontal space. The condensed build also fits wayfinding and label-style signage, where a compact, high-density texture is desirable.
The tone is direct and workmanlike, with an authoritative presence that feels contemporary and functional. Its compressed stance and heavy visual density read as no-nonsense and signage-like rather than expressive or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch and legibility in a compressed footprint, using a rounded-rectilinear construction to keep shapes consistent and robust. It prioritizes clarity, uniformity, and efficient space usage for display-oriented typography.
Spacing and proportions emphasize verticality: round letters appear slightly squared, and joins are kept simple, which helps maintain consistency at larger sizes. The lowercase forms stay plain and pragmatic, with single-story a and g contributing to a stripped-down, utilitarian voice.