Sans Superellipse Ponuf 1 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, techno, retro, authoritative, functional, space saving, impact, systematic, futuristic, condensed, rectilinear, rounded corners, monoline, modular.
A condensed, monoline sans built from squared-off strokes with rounded-rectangle corners. The forms feel modular and engineered, with mostly straight verticals and horizontals and minimal curvature; bowls and counters resolve into softened rectangles. Terminals are blunt and clean, joins are crisp, and the overall rhythm is tight and vertical, giving the alphabet a tall, compact silhouette. Figures and punctuation follow the same rectilinear, rounded-corner logic for a consistent texture in running text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact wordmark is needed. It also works well for signage and packaging systems that benefit from an engineered, modular look, and for UI or game/interface titles where a techno-industrial voice is desired.
The font conveys an industrial, techno-forward tone with a hint of retro display styling. Its compact geometry and sturdy strokes feel utilitarian and controlled, suggesting signage, machinery labeling, and futuristic interfaces rather than casual handwriting or literary warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a coherent, system-like geometry. By basing curves on rounded-rectangle forms and keeping strokes uniform, it aims for a durable, display-oriented style that reads as modern, technical, and structured.
Several glyphs use simplified constructions (e.g., squared bowls and narrow apertures), prioritizing a strong silhouette over traditional calligraphic modulation. The condensed proportions create dense word shapes, and the rounded corners keep the overall feel friendly enough to avoid looking sharp or aggressive.