Sans Superellipse Orkom 10 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types and 'Helsinki' by Ludwig Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, confident, utilitarian, modern, no-nonsense, industrial, visual impact, system clarity, modern utility, compactness, compact, blocky, square-shouldered, closed apertures, large counters.
This font is a compact, heavy sans with a distinctly squared, rounded-rectangle construction. Curves are tightened into superellipse-like bowls and rounded corners, while vertical stems stay straight and dominant, creating a firm, uniform rhythm. Counters are relatively large for the weight, but many apertures read on the closed side, giving letters a dense, signage-like presence. Terminals are clean and blunt, with minimal modulation and a consistent stroke logic across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It also works well for signage, labels, and packaging systems that benefit from a compact, high-impact sans with a contemporary geometric flavor.
The overall tone is assertive and practical, prioritizing clarity and impact over warmth or ornament. Its squarish rounds and compact proportions suggest a contemporary, engineered feel that reads as efficient and straightforward.
The design appears intended as a robust, modern workhorse for display typography, using squared curves and blunt detailing to maximize visual punch while keeping forms clean and systematic.
Capitals appear broad-shouldered and stable, with simplified joins and compact interior spaces that stay crisp at display sizes. Lowercase maintains the same squared-round motif, and the figures follow the same sturdy geometry, supporting a consistent typographic color in mixed text.