Sans Superellipse Pynol 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont, 'Gratique' by Lemon Studio Type, and 'Molde' by Letritas (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, modern, confident, utilitarian, condensed, space saving, impact, clarity, modernity, monolinear, compact, square-round, tall, clean.
This typeface is a compact, condensed sans with monolinear strokes and a distinctly squared-off roundness: curves resolve into rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) bowls and counters. Vertical stems are dominant and straight, with tight apertures and restrained curvature in letters like C, G, and S, creating a firm, engineered rhythm. Terminals are mostly blunt and horizontal/vertical, and the overall proportions feel tall with relatively short extenders, keeping lines dense and efficient. Numerals follow the same squared-round logic, reading clear and sturdy at display sizes.
It suits headlines, posters, and packaging where a dense, impactful sans is needed without ornament. The compact proportions also make it a strong candidate for signage or interface-style labels where space is limited and letterforms must stay crisp and unmistakable.
The overall tone is modern and no-nonsense, with an industrial, engineered calm. Its condensed stance and squared-round curves project confidence and control rather than softness, making it feel pragmatic and slightly authoritative.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy, space-efficient sans built around squared-round geometry, balancing a technical feel with approachable legibility. It prioritizes a consistent, engineered silhouette that holds together in prominent, high-contrast applications.
The superellipse construction is especially apparent in O/Q and the lowercase bowls, where counters read more rectangular than circular. Spacing appears tight and consistent, emphasizing a compact texture in continuous text, while distinctive shapes in G, Q, and the single-storey a help maintain recognizability.