Sans Superellipse Oslir 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co. and 'Schnebel Sans ME' and 'Schnebel Sans Pro' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, ui labels, industrial, efficient, modern, no-nonsense, compact, space saving, high impact, modern utility, geometric clarity, durability, blocky, rounded corners, closed apertures, high density.
A compact sans with heavy, even strokes and a squared-off, superelliptical construction. Curves tend toward rounded-rectangle forms rather than true circles, giving bowls and counters a tight, engineered feel. Terminals are mostly blunt and clean, with minimal modulation and little to no flare. The lowercase maintains a straightforward, utilitarian skeleton, with relatively closed apertures (notably in forms like e, a, and s) and sturdy joins that hold up in dense settings. Figures are similarly robust and block-forward, matching the letterforms’ compact rhythm.
Works well for headlines, short statements, and branding where a compact, sturdy sans is needed. It’s a strong candidate for packaging, labels, and wayfinding/signage applications that benefit from dense letterforms and an assertive texture. In digital products, it can serve effectively for UI labels and navigation where space is tight and a firm voice is desired.
The overall tone is pragmatic and industrial—confident, efficient, and built for impact. Its compact shapes and squared curves read as modern and functional, leaning more toward system UI and signage energy than expressive or humanist warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, high-impact sans built from rounded-rectilinear geometry. It prioritizes solidity, consistency, and a contemporary mechanical feel, aiming for strong presence and clear structure rather than calligraphic nuance.
The font’s tight counters and compact widths create a high “ink density,” which amplifies presence at display sizes but can make small text feel darker and more congested. Rounded corners soften the blocky geometry just enough to keep it from feeling harsh, while preserving a structured, engineered personality.