Sans Superellipse Akti 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, signage, branding, posters, headlines, techy, industrial, utilitarian, retro-futurist, clean, clarity, systematic, modernization, technical tone, robustness, squared, rounded corners, monoline, condensed caps, modular.
A monoline sans with a distinctly squared construction softened by rounded corners. Curves resolve into superelliptic, rounded-rectangle bowls (notably in O, D, P, and 0), while straight strokes terminate with flat, blunt ends. Capitals appear relatively narrow and tall, with crisp geometry and consistent stroke thickness; counters are compact and squared, producing a tightly engineered rhythm. Lowercase follows the same modular logic with single-storey a and g, a squared arch in n/m, and short, firm shoulders; numerals are similarly boxy with rounded corners and open, legible interiors.
This font is well suited to UI labels, dashboards, product marking, and wayfinding where a sturdy, engineered voice is desirable. It also performs effectively in headings and display lines for technology, gaming, or industrial branding, and can hold up in bold, high-contrast layout situations such as posters and packaging callouts.
The overall tone feels technical and equipment-like, evoking interface labels, instrumentation, and industrial signage. Its squared softness reads modern and functional, with a subtle retro-futurist flavor reminiscent of digital hardware and sci‑fi titling without becoming decorative.
The design intention appears to be a pragmatic, highly structured sans built from rounded-rectangular primitives, prioritizing consistency and a technical feel. It aims to deliver a clean, modern texture with a distinctive squared softness that remains readable while signaling a contemporary, systems-driven aesthetic.
The design emphasizes uniformity and repeatable shapes, creating a consistent texture in longer settings. Narrow apertures and compact counters give it a slightly dense, purpose-built color, while the rounded corners keep the geometry from feeling harsh. Distinctive forms like the squared 0 and the angular, compact 2/3 reinforce the systematic, engineered character.