Sans Superellipse Rigan 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, posters, branding, packaging, modernist, editorial, sleek, calm, precise, space saving, modern clarity, display impact, system consistency, condensed, tall, clean, open counters, crisp terminals.
This typeface is tall and condensed with an even, disciplined rhythm and a restrained, contemporary skeleton. Strokes are clean and mostly monolinear with subtle modulation, and terminals are crisp rather than calligraphic. Rounds (like O, C, and G) read as controlled superellipse-like shapes—more squared-off than geometric circles—giving the face a taut, engineered feel. Spacing is compact yet orderly, with clear apertures and simplified joins that keep forms legible at display sizes.
It performs best in space-conscious settings such as headlines, subheads, and poster typography where height and compact width create impact. The controlled shapes and steady texture also suit branding and packaging systems that need a refined, contemporary voice without overt stylistic flourish.
The overall tone feels modern and editorial, with a cool, composed presence. Its narrow, vertical stance conveys efficiency and precision, while the softened superellipse rounds add a touch of refinement without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-impact sans that remains polished and readable, using superellipse-inspired round forms to balance strict verticality with subtle softness.
Capitals are notably tall with strong vertical emphasis, and the lowercase maintains a straightforward, no-nonsense construction. Numerals follow the same condensed proportions and integrate smoothly with text, contributing to a consistent texture across mixed-case and alphanumeric settings.