Sans Superellipse Pikeh 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Industrie' by Fontsmith, 'ApronNext' and 'Masifa Rounded' by Hurufatfont, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Neue Rational Condensed' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, condensed, industrial, retro, assertive, utilitarian, space-saving, geometric clarity, high impact, utilitarian voice, monolinear, squared-round, tall, compact, blunt.
A compact, condensed sans with monolinear strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction throughout. Curves are tightened into squared-round corners, giving bowls and counters a neat, engineered feel, while terminals stay blunt and clean. The proportions are tall with relatively narrow apertures, producing a dense rhythm in text; straight-sided verticals and consistent stroke weight keep the overall texture even and sturdy.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where a dense, impactful presence is desirable. It works well for signage, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a compact footprint and sturdy geometry, and it can serve as a strong supporting sans for interface labels when used at comfortable sizes.
The tone is direct and functional, with a subtle retro-industrial flavor that reads confident rather than delicate. Its squared-round geometry suggests engineered clarity and practicality, making it feel efficient, modern, and slightly architectural.
The design appears intended to combine space-saving proportions with a robust, geometric voice. By using superelliptical rounding and consistent stroke weight, it aims for a practical, contemporary look with enough character to stand out in display and identity contexts.
Uppercase forms maintain a disciplined, vertical stance, while the lowercase and numerals mirror the same compact geometry for a cohesive system. The tight interior spaces and condensed fit create strong word shapes, especially at display sizes, and the overall silhouette stays crisp due to the restrained curves and uniform stroke behavior.