Sans Superellipse Higaj 17 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype, 'MC Granko' by Maulana Creative, 'Cervino' by Typoforge Studio, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, compact, confident, industrial, modern, space-saving impact, modern utility, display emphasis, condensed, blocky, rounded, closed apertures, high impact.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and squared-off geometry softened by rounded corners. Curves tend toward superelliptical shapes, producing oval counters and a smooth, consistent rhythm. Terminals are blunt and verticals dominate, giving the letters a tall, compressed silhouette with relatively tight interior space and generally closed apertures. The overall construction reads as engineered and uniform, with clean joins and minimal detail.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and display typography where strong presence and tight setting are useful. It works well for branding and packaging that need a compact, high-impact wordmark, and for signage or labels where a dense, emphatic tone is desired.
The font conveys a bold, no-nonsense tone—confident and utilitarian rather than delicate. Its compact proportions and dense color feel assertive and modern, with an industrial, poster-forward attitude that reads quickly at a glance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing heavy strokes with rounded-rectangle construction for a contemporary, engineered feel. It prioritizes bold legibility and a consistent, uniform texture for display-oriented settings.
The narrow set width and thick strokes create strong page color and reduce counter openness, especially in smaller sizes. Numerals and capitals share the same compact, blocky logic, helping mixed text maintain a consistent, tightly packed texture.