our latest thoughts and wanderings
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Will 2024 be a turning point for environmental change?
We’ve been looking at some of the changes in legislation coming up this year which we hope will have a positive impact for the environment and climate change – and benefit not just our children but future generations too. We have three key questions to ask.
Simon's article for the Design Commission for Wales
Land Studio founder Simon Richards has written an article for the Design Commission for Wales on the importance of creating a wilder network of green spaces to help unlock the future of our towns and cities.
A whirlwind of school visits
We’ve been asking school children in Cheshire and North Wales what they would like to see from a landscape perspective when it comes to creating new environments for them to learn in.
Bio-diversity Net Gain - do you know how it will affect you?
How will the new Biodiversity Net Gain legislation affect your project?
Saving our rivers
As a studio, we have been discussing whether the hard engineering of the past has run its course.
Sustainable drainage systems and what it means to you
A short guide to SuDS and the upcoming legal changes.
Why creating wilder, more natural parks could unlock the future for our towns and cities
Our thoughts about King Charles’ new climate friendly garden plans for Sandringham and how creating wilder, natural parks is the future for biodiversity and climate change.
What does the government's plan for mandatory sustainable drainage systems within future developments mean for you?
All new developments in England will be required to make sustainable drainage systems a mandatory requirement by 2024, a new Government review has announced today - and which we, at Land Studio, welcome.
Land Studio interviewed by Pro Landscaper
Land Studio’s Rachael Fenton talks about what can be done to reverse biodiversity loss in the December issue of Pro Landscaper magazine.
Working with clients to tackle climate change
How collaboration can make a difference when it comes to climate change.
Nature led design
Why we, as a team of landscape architects and civil engineers, believe that nature led design is so important.
Connecting with nature is key to tackling climate change
Reconnecting people with nature is vital to tackling the impact of global warming, says Land Studio founder Simon Richards as world leaders gather in Glasgow for the Cop26 climate change conference.
Kate's work with PLACED
Land Studio’s Kate Richards has been working on a voluntary basis with PLACED for the last ten years.
Visiting RHS Bridgewater
Our inspiring trip to RHS Garden Bridgewater to see the new gardens