Damn I'm actually surprised this got so many comments this thread got. I guess my problem is I have design ideas and what I want like areas to look like, like concept art. But I get stuck making the connection between those designs and layout ideas.
Look at maps. From this game to others, from custom maps to developer maps. Increase the library you subconsciously reference to when you brainstorm a layout.
some designs take longer to flush out because of this best thing you can do is experiment with it and be patient with it. Some designs take longer than others.
Tell me about it.... It's not always best to rush something out just to have it be out and play decent. I respect a forger who takes that extra week or month to really flush out a map and accomplish the design goals they want for it. Sometimes simply leaving a project and visiting something else can be very refreshing and help the project. Edit: Its also fun to tell xandrith, no, I haven't finished yet haha