Sans Superellipse Ornuy 3 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Carbon' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, signage, packaging, industrial, retro, techy, compact, confident, compact impact, geometric branding, signage clarity, modern utility, rounded corners, condensed, squarish, sturdy, geometric.
A condensed geometric sans with a rounded-rectangle construction that gives counters and outer forms a squarish, superelliptical feel. Strokes are heavy and consistent, with soft corners and mostly flat terminals that keep the texture even and blocky. Curves are controlled and symmetrical, and many letters rely on straight-sided bowls and tight apertures, producing a compact rhythm and strong vertical emphasis. The lowercase keeps simple, utilitarian shapes (single-storey a and g), while numerals and caps maintain the same rounded-rect geometry for a cohesive set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where its compact width and sturdy forms can deliver impact without taking up much horizontal space. It also fits wayfinding and signage-style applications, especially where a modern-industrial voice is desired.
The overall tone feels industrial and purposeful, with a retro-futurist, signage-like confidence. Its compact forms and softened corners suggest a blend of machine precision and approachability, reading as both technical and familiar.
The font appears designed to deliver high-impact display readability in a condensed footprint, using superelliptical, rounded-rectangle forms to create a distinctive geometric identity. It aims for a strong, efficient silhouette that feels engineered and consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
The design’s squared curves and narrow proportions create strong word shapes at larger sizes, while the tight spacing and dense color can feel intense in longer passages. The rounded corners help prevent the heavy strokes from feeling harsh, keeping the texture smooth and consistent across lines.