Sans Superellipse Pikuv 7 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akkordeon' by Emtype Foundry, 'Garmint' by Maulana Creative, 'Brecksville' by OzType., and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, industrial, condensed, assertive, headline, retro, space saving, high impact, signage feel, modernized retro, blocky, squared rounds, compact, vertical, heavy.
A compact, tightly condensed sans with heavy strokes and minimal contrast. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and counters a squared, superelliptical feel rather than true circles. The vertical rhythm is strong and consistent, with tall lowercase proportions, short extenders, and blunt terminals that read as clean cut. Joins and apertures stay relatively closed in places, producing dense texture in words, while spacing remains controlled to preserve a solid, columnar silhouette.
Best suited to large sizes where its dense, condensed shapes can deliver maximum impact—posters, display headlines, storefront or wayfinding-style signage, and bold packaging systems. It can also work for compact logo wordmarks or short calls-to-action where a strong vertical presence is desired.
The tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a compressed, poster-like energy. Its squared-round construction adds a subtly retro, industrial flavor—more like stamped signage or bold packaging than delicate editorial type. Overall it communicates urgency and impact, prioritizing presence over airiness.
The design appears intended to pack boldness into minimal horizontal space while maintaining a clean, modern sans structure. Its rounded-rectangle skeleton suggests a goal of combining industrial sturdiness with softened corners for approachable, high-impact display typography.
The digits and capitals are designed to hold weight evenly in narrow widths, creating a strong, uniform stripe across lines. Round letters (like O/C/G) keep their corners softened, which helps the face avoid feeling purely mechanical despite its blocky structure.