Sans Superellipse Pobin 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, labels, condensed, utilitarian, modern, clean, authoritative, space saving, clarity, modern utility, systematic geometry, rounded corners, soft terminals, monolinear, tall, compact.
A tightly condensed sans with tall proportions and compact spacing, built from simplified, rounded-rectangle geometry. Strokes are largely monolinear, with gently softened corners and terminals that avoid sharp points. Curves (notably in C, G, O, Q, and the lowercase bowls) read as squarish superellipses, giving the face a crisp, engineered rhythm. Lowercase forms are straightforward and legible, with a single-storey “a” and compact, vertical “m/n” structures; numerals follow the same narrow, upright construction for a consistent texture in text.
Best suited to space-constrained display settings such as headlines, posters, labels, and packaging where a tall, compact sans can deliver high information density. It can also work for short UI headings or navigational text where a narrow footprint and consistent rhythm are desirable.
The overall tone is practical and contemporary, with a slightly industrial, sign-like confidence. Rounded corners keep it from feeling harsh, but the condensed stance and disciplined geometry give it a focused, no-nonsense voice.
The design appears intended to provide a condensed, highly economical sans that stays legible and orderly while introducing a subtle signature through rounded-rectangle curves and softened corners. It prioritizes consistency and straightforward reading, aiming for a modern, functional presence in contemporary layouts.
The condensed width produces a strong vertical cadence and an even gray in paragraphs, while the squarish rounds add a distinctive “soft-square” character compared to more purely circular grotesks. Letterforms remain simple and uniform, favoring clarity and space efficiency over calligraphic nuance.