Sans Superellipse Gulen 17 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Approach Mono' by Emtype Foundry and 'Neumonopolar' by Owl king project (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, stickers, playful, retro, sturdy, friendly, informal, impact, approachability, clarity, retro flavor, utilitarian tone, chunky, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact apertures.
This typeface uses heavy, even strokes with broadly rounded corners and a squared-off, superelliptical construction. Curves tend to resolve into rounded rectangles rather than circles, giving counters a soft, boxy geometry. Terminals are blunt and consistent, producing a solid, poster-like color and a steady rhythm in text. Proportions feel expansive with generous body width and compact interior openings; diagonals (as in K, V, W, X) are thick and stable, while round letters (O, Q, C, G) read as rounded blocks with tight apertures.
It performs best in display contexts where its heavy texture and rounded block forms can read quickly: headlines, posters, labels, and bold UI moments. The consistent spacing and sturdy shapes also make it suitable for short paragraphs, captions, and functional text where a strong, friendly voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, with a distinctly retro, utilitarian flavor. Its chunky silhouettes and softened geometry make it feel friendly and slightly toy-like, while the uniformity of stroke and spacing keeps it grounded and practical.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, attention-getting sans with softened, superelliptical geometry—combining a practical, system-like regularity with a more playful, rounded presence. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and consistent rhythm to stay readable at a glance while maintaining a distinctive, chunky character.
Numerals share the same rounded-rectangle logic, with the 0 showing a clearly defined inner counter and the 1 rendered as a simple, sturdy form. Lowercase shapes remain straightforward and compact, emphasizing legibility through strong silhouettes rather than delicate detail.