Nätform

Nätform is a Swedish noun meaning the form or shape of a net; the term is formed from nät (net) and form (form). It is used to describe any object, pattern, or structure that presents a mesh or lattice-like arrangement of interconnected elements.

In textiles and crafts, nätform describes patterns created by netting, crochet, or weaving where the structure consists of interconnected loops or knots, resulting in a grid or net texture. It is common in artisanal lace, fishing nets, and mesh fabrics.

In design and architecture, nätform refers to net-like or lattice structures used for façades, screens, or structural grids. Such forms emphasize transparency and lightness, as well as load distribution in lightweight constructions.

In mathematics and computer science contexts in Swedish texts, nätform can denote net-like representations or networks, such as grid-based graph layouts, mesh models used in simulations, or schematic net diagrams. The concept highlights interconnectivity rather than surface continuity.

See also: net, lattice, mesh, network topology.