Sans Superellipse Lokof 5 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, retro, friendly, techy, clean, quirky, space saving, friendly modernism, distinctive display, modular geometry, signage clarity, rounded, condensed, monoline, soft-cornered, geometric.
A condensed sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes read largely monoline with gently modulated joins, and curves resolve into squared-off terminals rather than sharp points. Counters are compact and vertical, with a tall, narrow rhythm and relatively tight internal space in letters like B, R, and 8. Lowercase forms favor simple, single-storey construction (a, g) and minimal detailing, while punctuation and figures follow the same rounded, columnar logic for consistent texture in text.
Best suited to display uses where its condensed width and rounded-rect geometry can create a distinctive silhouette—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and wayfinding/signage. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation where space is tight, though the compact counters suggest avoiding very small sizes for long passages.
The overall tone feels modern and approachable, with a slight retro-industrial flavor created by the tall proportions and rounded-rect geometry. Its softened corners keep it friendly, while the narrow stance and uniform stroke give it a utilitarian, signage-like confidence. The quirks in shapes (notably the rounded bowls and compact counters) add personality without becoming playful script-like.
The design intention appears to be a compact, space-efficient sans that retains warmth through rounded corners and superellipse-based curves. It aims for a consistent, modular construction that reads cleanly and confidently in display settings while offering a recognizable, slightly retro-modern character.
Capitals are tall and narrow with a strong vertical emphasis; curves tend to flatten slightly at extrema, reinforcing the superelliptical feel. The numerals share the same condensed proportions, and the 0/8/9 family appears especially cohesive, helping tabular-looking strings feel steady. Overall spacing appears even, producing a smooth, dark typographic color at larger sizes.