Sans Superellipse Oslaj 14 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Eugene Sans' by Asenbayu, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Geogrotesque Condensed Series' and 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Chandler Mountain' by Mega Type, 'Hype vol 3' by Positype, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, sports, bold, compact, industrial, confident, utilitarian, impact, compactness, clarity, strength, blocky, condensed, sturdy, squared-round, punchy.
This typeface presents heavy, compact letterforms with broad strokes and minimal modulation. Many curves resolve into squared-round, superellipse-like shapes, giving counters and bowls a rounded-rectangle feel rather than a geometric circle. Terminals are generally blunt and squared, and the overall rhythm is tight and vertically emphatic, with a condensed stance and large, dark counters that stay open at display sizes. The lowercase shows straightforward construction with simple joins and a functional, no-frills structure that prioritizes solidity over delicacy.
Well suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and branding that needs a compact, forceful presence. It also fits signage and wayfinding-style applications where bold shapes and straightforward forms help text hold together at a distance or in busy layouts.
The tone is strong and direct, with a workmanlike, industrial confidence. Its dense silhouettes and squared-round geometry read as pragmatic and modern, leaning toward an assertive, signage-like voice rather than a friendly or lyrical one.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a condensed footprint, using squared-round forms and blunt terminals to create a consistent, sturdy texture. It aims for clarity and authority in display typography, emphasizing strong silhouettes and reliable, repeatable geometry.
Round letters such as C, G, O, and Q keep a distinctly squarish interior, reinforcing a consistent superellipse geometry across the set. Numerals are equally robust and compact, matching the uppercase weight and maintaining clear, high-impact shapes.