lögun

Lögun is an Icelandic noun that denotes shape, form, configuration, or layout. It refers to the outward appearance or internal arrangement of something, including how its parts are organized or connected. The term is widely used across everyday language and various specialized fields to discuss how an object is constructed and how its parts relate to one another.

In everyday use, lögun can describe the physical form of objects, the layout of a room, or the arrangement of components in a device. In science and engineering, the term is common in biology to describe morphology, in geology to refer to the structure of rock and sediment layers, and in architecture and product design to denote the overall form and silhouette of spaces or objects. It can also be used in information technology and data presentation to describe the layout or organization of information, screens, or interfaces.

Lögun thus covers both external shape and internal configuration, emphasizing how form and function relate. It is often contrasted with related terms such as útlit (appearance) and mynstur (pattern), which refer to aesthetic look or recurring design motifs rather than overall form. In urban planning and design, lögun is used to discuss how the arrangement of streets, buildings, and open spaces contributes to the character and usability of a place.