Motif
Trellis
A connected lattice divides the surface into repeated open cells.
Also searched as: lattice pattern, treillage
Open the interactive guide ↗How it is made
Crossing or linked lines establish the grid. Leaves, flowers or small motifs may sit within or over that framework.
How to recognize it
Look for a continuous network with open spaces between its lines.
Common uses
- Curtains
- Cushions
- Upholstery
What to distinguish
Trellis describes a layout rather than one cell shape. A design may be both botanical and trellis, or both ogee and trellis.
Sources & further reading
Research checked 2026-09-27. Descriptions are original summaries; references support terminology and construction, not every product sold under a name.