Sans Superellipse Afren 1 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Antikor' by Taner Ardali (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui design, code, data tables, technical docs, labels, clinical, technical, neutral, modern, utilitarian, systematic design, screen legibility, alignment, clarity, rounded corners, boxy curves, open counters, geometric, even rhythm.
A clean, monolinear sans with a distinctly squared-off, rounded-rectangle construction. Curves resolve into soft corners and superelliptic bowls, giving round letters a slightly boxy feel, while stems and horizontals remain straight and evenly weighted. The spacing is mechanically consistent and the overall rhythm is steady, with open apertures and clear interior counters that keep forms legible. Numerals and punctuation follow the same restrained geometry, and the lowercase shows simple, single-story forms where applicable, reinforcing the streamlined system.
Well-suited to interface text, developer-facing materials, data-dense tables, and technical documentation where consistent character widths and predictable rhythm aid scanning and alignment. It can also work for labeling, dashboards, and product UI where a modern, structured look is desired.
The font reads as practical and contemporary, with an engineered, screen-ready sensibility. Its rounded-square geometry adds a mild friendliness, but the overall tone stays sober and functional rather than expressive or calligraphic.
Likely intended as a highly systematic, legible workhorse sans that prioritizes consistency and alignment, using rounded-rectangle construction to soften the feel without sacrificing clarity.
The design emphasizes uniformity across the set: corners, terminals, and curves feel standardized, which produces a coherent texture in paragraph samples. Round glyphs (like O, C, and 0) keep a subtly squarish silhouette, while diagonals (such as in V, W, and Y) maintain a crisp, regulated feel.