Sans Superellipse Okmal 8 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Backrows' by Arterfak Project and 'Althawra Fikra' by syria arabic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, ui labels, branding, modern, utilitarian, technical, compact, friendly, space saving, high impact, clean geometry, brand clarity, rounded corners, condensed, geometric, high contrast spacing, closed apertures.
A compact, condensed sans with a squared-off, rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are consistently heavy and largely monoline, with smooth corner radii that soften the otherwise boxy geometry. Counters tend to be tight and often more closed than open, giving the forms a dense, efficient rhythm. The caps read tall and sturdy, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, functional structure; figures follow the same superelliptical logic with stable, blocky silhouettes and rounded terminals.
It works best in headlines and short text where a compact footprint and strong presence are useful, such as posters, signage, and packaging. The condensed proportions also suit UI labels and navigation where space is limited but clarity is needed. For branding, it fits identities aiming for a contemporary, engineered, or streamlined look.
The overall tone feels modern and no-nonsense, with a slightly friendly edge from the rounded corners. Its compressed width and solid color make it feel engineered and practical—more technical than expressive—while still approachable.
The design appears intended to combine space-saving width with a bold, consistent typographic color, using rounded-rectangle geometry to keep the voice modern and controlled. Its shapes prioritize solidity and uniformity over calligraphic nuance, supporting clear, high-impact display use.
The font produces a strong vertical emphasis and an even, controlled texture in paragraphs. Round letters like O and Q appear more squarish than circular, reinforcing a consistent superellipse theme across letters and numerals.