Sans Superellipse Gulim 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kelson' by Armasen, 'Ciutadella' by Emtype Foundry, 'Moderna Condensed' by Los Andes, 'Vinila' by Plau, 'Palestina' by Tipo, and 'URW Dock Condensed' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, industrial, friendly, punchy, modern, impact, clarity, approachability, modern utility, brand presence, rounded, blocky, compact, heavy, geometric.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and broadly squared curves. Strokes are uniform and dense, with large counters that stay open even at tight interior joins. Terminals are blunt and softly rounded, and curves transition with a superelliptical feel rather than true circles. The lowercase is sturdy and simple, with a single-storey “a” and “g,” and overall spacing reads slightly tight, creating a solid, billboard-like rhythm in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short, high-impact statements where weight and clarity are priorities. It also fits packaging, labels, and bold brand marks that benefit from rounded geometry and a compact, sturdy footprint. In longer text, it will create a strong, dark color, so it works best at larger sizes or with generous leading.
The overall tone is bold and straightforward, combining industrial strength with approachable rounded corners. It feels modern and utilitarian, with a friendly softness that keeps the heavy weight from becoming harsh. The texture in paragraphs is dark and emphatic, making the voice assertive and attention-seeking.
Designed to deliver maximum presence with simple, rounded-rectilinear forms that remain legible and consistent across letters and numbers. The softened corners suggest an aim for approachability while preserving a strong, industrial backbone for display use.
Capitals are tall and blocky with minimal modulation, and round letters like O/Q/C keep a squared-off oval silhouette. Numerals match the same chunky, squared geometry, reinforcing a consistent, sign-ready presence. The diagonal letters (K, V, W, X, Y) are crisp and angular, contrasting nicely with the rounded bowls elsewhere.