Sans Superellipse Ornej 13 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype, 'Prelo Compressed' by Monotype, and 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, labels, industrial, condensed, confident, modern, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, sturdy clarity, geometric uniformity, blocky, compact, geometric, closed apertures.
This typeface is a compact, heavy sans with a vertically stressed, condensed stance and a distinctly squared-round (superelliptic) construction. Strokes remain even with minimal modulation, producing dense letterforms and tight counters, especially in rounded characters. Curves terminate in blunt, squared ends rather than tapered or calligraphic finishes, and many apertures are relatively closed, which increases the overall darkness. Uppercase forms are straightforward and architectural, while the lowercase maintains simple, sturdy bowls and stems with short joins and pragmatic proportions.
Best suited to display typography where impact and space efficiency matter, such as headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and wayfinding-style signage. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation elements when a compact, high-contrast-in-scale word shape is needed, though generous spacing and sizing help preserve clarity.
The tone is assertive and functional, with a no-nonsense, engineered feel. Its compact width and blocky curves suggest signage and industrial labeling, projecting clarity and strength rather than softness or elegance.
The design appears intended to deliver strong legibility and maximum presence in a tight horizontal footprint, using squared-round geometry to keep forms consistent and sturdy. Its restrained detailing and closed shapes emphasize durability and a practical, modern voice.
The numerals and capitals read with a strong, poster-like presence, while the tight internal spaces can make the densest letters feel especially weighty at smaller sizes. Rounded characters lean toward squared ovals, giving the set a consistent, stamped or machined rhythm.