Sans Superellipse Otmin 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ciutadella' and 'Ciutadella Rounded' by Emtype Foundry and 'Brainy Variable Sans' by Maculinc (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, modern, industrial, playful, impact, approachability, geometric consistency, signage clarity, rounded corners, blocky, soft geometry, compact, high impact.
A heavy, geometric sans built from rounded-rectangle curves and squared-off counters. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and generous radii at corners, giving curves a superelliptical feel rather than true circularity. Proportions are compact with sturdy verticals and broad shoulders; apertures tend to be tight, producing solid, poster-ready silhouettes. The lowercase is straightforward and readable, with simple construction in forms like a, g, and y, and a distinctive Q featuring a short vertical tail that drops below the bowl.
Best suited to headlines, display typography, and branding where strong presence and quick recognition are priorities. It performs well on packaging, labels, wayfinding, and UI moments like badges or large buttons, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the compact counters remain clear.
The tone is confident and punchy while staying approachable thanks to the softened corners. It reads as contemporary and utilitarian, with a slightly playful, toy-block character that keeps the weight from feeling overly severe.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that combines strict geometric structure with softened, rounded-corner ergonomics. It aims to deliver a sturdy, contemporary voice with consistent shapes across letters and numerals for cohesive identity work.
The heavy weight and closed shapes create strong texture in paragraphs, so spacing and counters feel intentionally dense. Numerals follow the same rounded-rect geometry, emphasizing uniformity and signage clarity over delicate detail.