Sans Superellipse Akbi 1 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, interfaces, labels, technical, modern, utilitarian, retro-futurist, industrial, space saving, systemic clarity, industrial tone, distinctive geometry, condensed, rounded corners, squared-round, geometric, high contrast gaps.
A condensed, monoline sans with squared-round construction: curves resolve into rounded rectangles and soft corners rather than true circles. Strokes stay even throughout, with compact apertures and tight interior counters that create a dense, efficient texture. Terminals are blunt and clean, and the overall geometry feels engineered—verticals and horizontals dominate, while diagonals are restrained and crisp. The rhythm is narrow and compact, producing a tall, space-saving silhouette that remains clear at display sizes.
Works best for headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, engineered voice is desired. The condensed width and sturdy geometry also suit signage, packaging labels, and UI elements where space is limited and forms need to stay consistent.
The tone is technical and contemporary with a subtle retro-futurist edge, reminiscent of industrial labeling and digital-era signage. Its squared rounding softens the strict geometry, keeping it approachable while still feeling purposeful and no-nonsense.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, highly structured sans with softened corners—combining an industrial, system-like clarity with a distinctive squared-round personality for modern display and functional typography.
Round characters (like O and 0) read as superelliptic shapes, and the numerals follow the same condensed, squared-round logic for a cohesive alphanumeric set. The design’s tight counters and short crossbars emphasize a compact, controlled look that favors clarity over warmth.