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Exploring how community-led making and applied colour psychology can create lasting social value long before construction begins.

Walk with us as we explore the Layer.studio team's inspirations, latest projects, and unique approach to design.

A forward-thinking engagement strategy that achieved genuine community engagement with the people of Penrith on how to improve a locally-important public park.

Layer.studio’s Director of Urbanism, Danny Crump, recently explored the reality of 'Pride in Place' in the Landscape Institute's journal, Landscape.

At Layer.studio, our advanced 3D and B.I.M. capabilities allow us to build and test living landscapes digitally before a single spade hits the ground.

Marking a decade of Layer.studio calls for something a little different than your average office party.

'Tile Tipping' - ever heard of it?

As Layer.studio celebrates its tenth year, we're taking a walk with members of the team to explore the ideas that shape the way we work.

A rural and innovative workspace surrounded by nature

Our innovative sculptural infrastructure for Stopford Park takes home a top prize in the Landscape Design category.

We are incredibly excited to share that a planning application has officially been submitted for the redevelopment of 42 High Street, Birmingham.

Small space, big impact: Our co-designed pocket park is recognised for excellence in community collaboration.

Experience is best served first hand. That is why we stepped away from the exhibition stands, gathered a fantastic group from our circ_it event, and took to the 'streets' for a guided walking tour of the Climate Innovation District (CID).

First impressions matter. The spaces people encounter as they enter a town or building can shape how they feel about a place long before they step inside.

A market town’s high street is its heart, and a vital piece of infrastructure for commercial, civic and community life.

Layer.studio team trade their UK desks for the historic and evolving streets of Paris on an immersive study trip.

Circ_it™ Unveils the '10 Fixes' for Good Growth at UKR***F 2026

As Layer.studio approaches its 10th birthday, we’re taking a moment to slow down with members of the team and reflect on what’s shaped the studio’s first decade.

As layer.studio approaches its tenth year of practice, we are reflecting on the moments that have shaped our journey from a small studio in 2016 to a national ecosystem of studios.

Circ_it returns this summer, bringing its collaborative “hack the system” format to UKR***F 2026 in Leeds.

Chillizen’s Play Pocket picks up Lord Mayor’s Design Award

We are thrilled to announce that layer.studio has been named a finalist in two categories for the prestigious 2026 Pineapple Awards!

Layer.studio turns MIPIM 2026 into a live design lab

For our recent Christmas social, the Manchester and Bristol Studios headed north to the Newcastle Studio

Building Connections: A Day of Creativity, Terrazzo, and Sustainable Design

PikTOC: Driving Transit-Oriented Regeneration Across City Regions

Layer.Studio join up with Studio Justine Fox + Will Sandy Design Studio to put community first in Design Competition

From an empty Newcastle street-end to a vibrant community oasis

Appointment of Layer Studio for Totally Stockport new Greening Masterplan for the BID Boundary In Stockport town centre

Developing, Visualising and Implementing a SuDS Strategy that Works

Layer.studio launches a new Bristol studio to drive people-centred design across the South West, South Wales & London.

The Climate Innovation District provides a creative and inspiring backdrop for the Circ_it™ regen hackers.

A Manchester walking tour for an inspired Finnish delegation showcasing the exciting urbanism and regeneration the city is delivering.

Ideas Circulate. Brands Evolve. Introducing Circ_it™

Layer.studio visit the very latest and best of Landscape Architecture in Copenhagen

Creative Community Engagement kicks starts a new Park Vision in Cumbria

Exciting times are ahead for Layer Studio! We’re delighted to announce that after 18 months of growing our presence in the North East, our team is moving to a brand-new, dedicated studio space at High Bridge Works, right in the heart of Newcastle City Centre.

Streets for All – Radial route: A6