Sans Superellipse Akdu 5 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mako' by Deltatype, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Monton' by Larin Type Co, and 'Highriser' by Nicolas Deslé (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, ui labels, packaging, condensed, industrial, technical, modern, utilitarian, space saving, modernization, clarity, systematic design, rounded corners, squared bowls, tall caps, compact spacing, geometric.
A condensed, monoline sans with tall proportions and a strong rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction. Strokes are even and verticals dominate, producing a tight, efficient rhythm in text. Curves are squared off with softened corners, and terminals are generally flat, giving counters a compact, boxy feel. Round letters like O and Q read as rounded rectangles; C/G are similarly squared with open apertures, while diagonals (A, V, W, X) are straight and crisp. Numerals follow the same geometry, with simplified, sturdy forms and consistent stroke weight.
Well-suited to space-conscious headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, modern voice is needed. The narrow build and squared-rounded geometry also work well for signage, interface labels, dashboards, and packaging where efficient width and a technical feel are advantageous.
The overall tone is modern and functional, with an industrial, wayfinding-like clarity. Its compact, engineered shapes suggest practicality and control rather than warmth, making it feel at home in technical or urban contexts.
The design appears intended to combine condensed economy with a distinctive superelliptical geometry—maintaining straightforward sans readability while adding a structured, industrial character through squared curves and rounded corners.
The condensed width and tall caps create strong vertical emphasis, and the squared curves keep letterforms stable at display sizes. In running text, the tight proportions and uniform strokes produce a dense texture that favors short lines, labels, and headings over airy editorial layouts.