Sans Superellipse Piluh 1 is a very bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gala' by Canada Type, 'Cadaques' by Supfonts, 'Goodland' by Swell Type, 'Robson' by TypeUnion, and 'Competition' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, industrial, retro, punchy, condensed, assertive, space saving, high impact, geometric consistency, display emphasis, rounded corners, rectilinear, modular, compact, tall ascenders.
A dense, tall sans with compact proportions and a strong vertical rhythm. Strokes are heavy and even, with rounded-rectangle construction throughout—corners are softened while counters stay narrow, creating a high-contrast silhouette between black mass and slim internal space. Curves read as superelliptical rather than circular, and many joins and terminals feel squared-off but chamfered by rounding. Spacing is tight and consistent, giving lines a stacked, poster-like color, while numerals and capitals maintain the same compressed, architectural stance.
Best suited to display contexts where strong, condensed lettering is needed—headlines, poster typography, packaging panels, and punchy brand marks. It can also work for signage or short labels when space is limited, but is less ideal for long-form reading due to its dense internal spacing.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian with a retro-industrial flavor. Its condensed, blocky shapes feel commanding and space-efficient, projecting urgency and impact rather than softness or delicacy.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using rounded-rect geometry to keep forms consistent and modern while retaining a vintage, industrial display sensibility.
The narrow counters and compact apertures can close up at small sizes, while larger sizes emphasize the font’s modular geometry and rounded-rect forms. The punctuation and figures match the same sturdy, condensed build, helping mixed-case and numeric settings stay visually uniform.