Awscape

What is Awscape?

Awscape is a Chartered landscape architectural practice founded in 2018 by Allison Walters, based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The practice is focused on creating places that work with the environment, not against it — committed to projects with genuine ecological and social benefits.

Awscape designs parks, public realm spaces, roof terraces, and gardens rich in biodiversity. The practice takes a holistic approach to landscape design, ensuring that every project contributes positively to both the local ecosystem and the communities that use these spaces. Awscape has achieved 4 Day Week Foundation Gold accreditation and is a Living Wage employer.

Where will I work?

Awscape is based at 295 Weston Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. The practice operates a hybrid working model, combining studio-based design work with site visits and remote working. Landscape architecture naturally involves a mix of desk-based design and on-site assessment, providing variety in the working week.

Stoke-on-Trent is centrally located in England with excellent motorway and rail connections, and the Staffordshire countryside provides a fitting backdrop for a practice dedicated to environmental design.

What is the team like?

With approximately 3 team members, Awscape is a very small, specialist practice where every person is deeply involved in the design and delivery of projects. Founded and led by Allison Walters, the practice has a collaborative culture rooted in a shared passion for landscape, ecology, and sustainable design.

The small team size means there is no hierarchy — team members work closely together on every project and have genuine creative input from concept through to completion. The practice attracts professionals who are motivated by meaningful, environmentally responsible work.

Work-Life Balance

Awscape operates a genuine 4-day working week at 32 hours per week with full pay. The practice has achieved 4 Day Week Foundation Gold accreditation, the highest level of recognition for organisations that have successfully adopted a reduced-hours model without any reduction in pay.

As a Living Wage employer, Awscape also ensures that all team members are fairly compensated. The combination of a 4-day week, hybrid working, and meaningful ecological work creates a working environment that is genuinely focused on long-term sustainability — both for the environment and for its people.

Perks and Benefits

• 4-day working week at full pay (32 hours)
• 4 Day Week Foundation Gold accredited
• Living Wage employer
• Hybrid working model
• Very small team with direct creative input on all projects
• Professional development opportunities
• Work on ecologically and socially meaningful projects