Sans Superellipse Honiv 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Plasma' and 'Tecna' by Corradine Fonts, 'Burlingame' by Monotype, 'Celdum' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block, and 'Crepes' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, industrial, sporty, friendly, modern, impact, approachability, modernization, clarity, rounded, blocky, geometric, soft corners, compact counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with squared-off curves and superellipse-like bowls. Strokes are uniform and dense, with wide proportions and a sturdy, poster-ready silhouette. Corners are consistently softened, and the curves tend toward rounded-rectangle geometry rather than circular forms, producing compact counters in letters like O, P, and e. Uppercase forms feel stable and architectural, while lowercase retains the same blocky structure with single-story a and g, a short-armed t, and simple, open shapes that keep the texture even in tight settings. Numerals are similarly chunky and rounded, with clear, straightforward construction.
Best suited to headlines, logos, and display copy where impact and clarity are priorities. It also works well for packaging and signage that benefits from bold, rounded forms and a modern, industrial presence. In longer text blocks it creates a dense, attention-grabbing texture, making it most effective at larger sizes or with generous spacing.
The overall tone is confident and energetic, with a contemporary, utilitarian feel. The softened corners temper the heaviness, giving it an approachable, friendly edge that still reads as tough and performance-oriented.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a contemporary rounded-rectilinear construction, balancing toughness with approachable softness. Its consistent geometry and sturdy weight suggest a focus on brand-forward, high-visibility typography.
The face produces a strong, dark typographic color and a tight, rhythmic texture, especially in paragraphs. Rounded joins and terminals reduce harshness, while the squared geometry keeps it from feeling playful or bubbly.