Sans Superellipse Iddef 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ciutadella Display' by Emtype Foundry, 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK, and 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, signage, sturdy, industrial, confident, retro, compact, high impact, durable voice, brand emphasis, compact display, blocky, rounded, geometric, dense, heavy.
A heavy, compact sans with squared-off geometry softened by broad radiused corners. Curves read as superellipse-like rounded rectangles, and joins are clean and mostly uniform in thickness, producing a solid, poster-weight color. Counters are relatively tight (notably in B, 8, and 9), while apertures are small but present in forms like C, S, and e. The lowercase is built from sturdy, simplified constructions with short terminals and minimal modulation, giving the set a consistent, utilitarian rhythm across letters and numerals.
Best suited to display settings where maximum punch and quick recognition are needed, such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and bold signage. It can also fit sports branding and product labels where a compact, durable look helps maintain presence at distance and in high-contrast applications.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a built-to-last, industrial feel. Its rounded-square shapes add a friendly softness to what is otherwise an assertive, impact-driven voice, leaning toward retro sports and workwear aesthetics rather than delicate or editorial refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver strong, compact impact through simplified, geometric letterforms and rounded-square curves, balancing toughness with approachability. It prioritizes bold silhouette clarity and uniform texture over fine detail, aiming for immediate visibility and a cohesive, modern-industrial character.
The sample text shows strong word-shape massing and a tight internal spacing feel, making it most comfortable at larger sizes where counters and punctuation remain clear. Numerals are broad and emphatic, matching the alphabet’s squared, rounded-rectangle theme for cohesive display typography.