Landscape + Urbanism
We are a landscape urbanism studio of creative minds driven by curiosity, rigour and purpose.
We work with communities, creating authentic, inclusive, nature-based places.
Places that are catalysts for positive change
We create places that are catalysts for change, delivering attractive and life-centric designs that embrace authentic, inclusive, nature-based solutions.
We create communities for now and the future
We focus on designing cities and neighbourhoods that prioritise human-scale living, connectivity and sustainability.
For people and planet
From parks and public spaces to ecological restoration and urban greening, our designs blend creativity with sustainability to enhance the harmony between people and nature.
We layer narratives of context into people focused solutions
We specialise in placemaking and place storytelling, creating spaces that inspire connection, identity, and community.
We promote community led design
Our co-design approach fosters collaboration, combining local knowledge with professional expertise to create spaces that reflect shared values and aspirations.
We want to make a positive impact
We create spaces that enable planet, people and place to thrive and flourish.
We are a design studio
Landscape Architecture
Collaborative landscape design for people and nature
Urbanism
Working across all development scales and disciplines to deliver impactful change
Storytelling & Communication
Creative ways of sharing stories through design and activity
Creative Community Engagement
Putting people and place at the heart of shaping what we do
Visual Impact Assessments
Landscape and Townscape Visual Impact Assessment service
Project Identity & Branding
A range of technical services and research to deliver creative thinking and project precision
We are Layer.studio
We are a landscape urbanism studio of creative minds driven by curiosity, rigour and purpose.
THE FIELD: HARDMAN SQUARE, MANCHESTER
A green oasis in the heart of Manchester’s business district
MAYFIELD PARK, MANCHESTER
Manchester’s first new public park in a century
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Layer.studio is committed to designing and delivering resilient, people-centred and nature-led places with our ethos of bold, purpose-driven design.
Projects
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