Sans Superellipse Olkob 1 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mako' by Deltatype, 'FX Neofara' by Differentialtype, 'Geogrotesque Condensed Series' and 'Geogrotesque Sharp' by Emtype Foundry, 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, and 'Manifest' by Yasin Yalcin (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, modern, industrial, technical, utilitarian, clean, space saving, clarity, contemporary branding, systematic geometry, rounded corners, condensed, tall, monoline, square-shouldered.
This typeface is a condensed, monoline sans with a distinctly squared-off, superellipse construction: curves resolve into rounded-rectangle corners rather than circular bowls. Strokes maintain an even thickness with minimal modulation, producing a crisp, engineered texture. Proportions are tall and compact, with tight apertures in several letters and a generally vertical, controlled rhythm. Terminals are blunt and softly rounded, and counters tend to be rectangular-leaning, giving the alphabet a sturdy, sign-ready silhouette.
It works best in headlines and short text where a condensed footprint is helpful and the squared, rounded geometry can define a strong visual identity. The even stroke and sturdy shapes also suit signage, packaging, labels, and interface titling where clarity and consistency are priorities.
The overall tone feels modern and functional, with an industrial/technical flavor that reads as efficient and no-nonsense. Its rounded-square geometry adds a subtle friendliness without becoming playful, keeping the voice pragmatic and contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, highly legible sans with a distinctive rounded-rectangle construction, balancing an engineered feel with approachable softness at the corners. It aims to provide a recognizable, contemporary voice for display and branding contexts without relying on ornament.
The uppercase set emphasizes straight-sided forms and compact bowls, while the lowercase remains simple and workmanlike with single-storey shapes where expected. Numerals follow the same squared, rounded-corner logic, helping mixed alphanumeric strings feel cohesive and consistent.