Sans Superellipse Hamew 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Francker' and 'Francker Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Celdum' by The Northern Block, 'Obvia Wide' by Typefolio, and 'JP Alva Expanded' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, signage, headlines, branding, product design, modern, neutral, technical, friendly, utilitarian, clarity, modernization, approachability, system consistency, rounded, monolinear, soft corners, geometric, open apertures.
A clean sans with a geometric, superelliptical foundation: curves read as rounded-rectangle forms with softened corners rather than pure circles. Strokes are largely monolinear with minimal modulation, producing an even, steady color in text. Proportions lean broad, with generous counters and open apertures that keep forms clear at display sizes; terminals tend to end in crisp, straight cuts. The lowercase shows single-story a and g, with simple, compact joins and a straightforward, engineered rhythm.
Well-suited for interfaces, product labels, and wayfinding where a clean, contemporary sans is needed with slightly softened geometry. It also works for headlines and brand systems aiming for a modern, technical feel while remaining approachable, and for short-to-medium text where consistent texture and open forms support legibility.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and system-like rather than expressive, projecting clarity, efficiency, and approachability.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary geometric sans that blends clarity with softened, rounded-rectangle forms. Its restrained detailing and even stroke behavior suggest a focus on practical readability and a cohesive, modern identity across letters and numerals.
Round characters like O/0 and related bowls emphasize superellipse-like squareness, giving the face a distinctive “rounded rectangle” silhouette. Numerals follow the same geometry, with smooth, broad curves and straightforward construction that matches the text’s even texture.