Omlijsting

Omlijsting is a Dutch term for the enclosing border or frame around an object, as well as the surrounding context used to present or interpret information. The word combines om- (around) and lijst (list or frame), and is used across disciplines to indicate both physical and conceptual bordering.

In construction and interior design, omlijsting refers to the finishing trim around openings such as windows and doors. It includes moldings and casings that protect edges, hide gaps, and provide aesthetic cohesion. Materials commonly used are wood, MDF, PVC, or metal, and installation involves trimming, nailing, sealing, and sometimes painting.

In art, photography, and graphic design, omlijsting denotes the frame around a work or image. This border affects presentation, protection, and spatial perception. In publishing and journalism, the term can also describe how a subject is contextualized or framed within a layout or article.

Related terms include omkadering and kader, which are used in similar senses to refer to framing or enclosing structures. The concept covers both tangible borders and abstract framing in communication.