Sans Superellipse Olmik 4 is a very bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Heidth Variable' by Arkitype, 'Kufica' by Artegra, 'Archiva' by CozyFonts, 'Aureola' by OneSevenPointFive, and 'Branson' by Sensatype Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, retro, condensed, technical, assertive, space saving, high impact, modernist, systematic, rounded corners, rectilinear, compact, sturdy, display.
A compact, tightly set sans with uniform stroke weight and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Corners are generously softened, while curves are squared-off into superellipse-like bowls, creating a rectilinear rhythm. Counters are small and often vertically oriented, and many joins resolve into clean, blunt terminals rather than tapered endings. Proportions are tall and compressed, with a consistent, engineered feel across letters and numerals.
Best suited to display work where strong presence and compact width are advantages: posters, headlines, branding marks, product packaging, and environmental or wayfinding signage. It can also work for short technical labels or interface headings where a condensed, high-contrast-free texture is desirable.
The overall tone feels industrial and retro-modern, like labeling on machinery or mid‑century signage. Its dense, high-impact silhouettes read as confident and utilitarian, with a slightly playful edge from the rounded corners and squarish curves.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a consistent, modular construction. The rounded-rectangle geometry suggests a focus on clarity, reproducibility, and a contemporary industrial character.
Distinctive squared bowls and narrow apertures give the face a strong texture at text sizes, especially in long lines. The numerals and uppercase share the same condensed, blocky logic, helping mixed alphanumeric strings look cohesive and deliberate.