Sans Superellipse Ablut 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Darwin', 'Darwin Office', 'Darwin Pro', 'Darwin Rounded', and 'Moderna Condensed' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product design, editorial, branding, signage, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, technical, clarity, versatility, modernity, systematic geometry, approachability, geometric, rounded, even rhythm, open counters, high legibility.
A clean sans with a geometric, superellipse-driven construction: round letters read as rounded rectangles, and curves transition smoothly into straighter segments. Strokes stay even and consistent with minimal modulation, producing a steady texture in text. Apertures are fairly open and counters are generous, while terminals are mostly squared-off with softened corners rather than sharply cut. The lowercase shows compact, efficient forms with a straightforward two-storey “g” and a simple, utilitarian “a,” keeping word shapes crisp and predictable.
Well suited to interface copy, product typography, and general-purpose editorial text where a clean, modern voice is needed. The even stroke weight and open forms also make it effective for labels, dashboards, and wayfinding, while the rounded geometry can support contemporary branding that wants neutrality with a soft edge.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, with a quiet friendliness coming from the rounded geometry. It feels tech-adjacent and functional rather than expressive, aiming for clarity and restraint. The smooth corners and tidy proportions keep it approachable without becoming playful.
The design intention appears to be a highly legible, contemporary workhorse sans built from rounded-rectangle geometry, balancing precision with approachability. It prioritizes consistent rhythm, clear character differentiation, and a calm presence that can sit comfortably across many applications.
In the samples, spacing appears even and comfortable, and the shapes remain distinct at larger display sizes. Numerals are similarly geometric and stable, matching the letterforms for a cohesive, UI-ready feel.