I can agree with a lot of the critism for subzero, although being a relatively big step away from something worse towards something better, it is far from perfect, though the best style for an awp map is really something that the concerned majority are going to have to try and agree on.
Garden looks good. But there are shades of awp map to consider. I’II try and point out some of the variety.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/4570 india_v2
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/22756 india_v4
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/23514 dust_sky
smaller than the original awp map but in a similar style, but a lot more dynamic gameplay wise due to more elaborate level design. v4 being a further step towards reflex close up fighting than v2. dust_sky is a variant of the same concept.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/18042 galaxy
an anti rush awp map, feels almost like playing Unreal Tournement. Could very well suit the tastes of some people due to its emphasis on aim and similar play style of awp_map.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/5118 islands
a partially anti rush awp map, better for slower tactical play, for those more concerned about aim rather than intelligent solo strategizing or it’s good for those concerted team efforts.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/6731 zippo
described accurately as a paintball style map. One of the larger maps, promotes good aim over rushing without entirely removing the opportunity to do so.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/15043 island
similar to the above, but with a lot more vertical elements to consider and a more interesting layout with slightly improved access for crossing the map.
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/25332 hunting4
its a hunting map, you search out the other team and gun them down with the awp, good mix of range and cq action, could be a great map imo. The rest of the hunting maps and the dream maps are worth looking at if you like this.
Now for something completely different,
http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/7400 the_wall
An FY map that plays extremely-extremely well as an awp, knife combo map. It really is fun and also a well put together map. Personally I’d go for something like this, but it is a large step away from the point ATM style of play of the original awp_map so may not appeal to all.
Also alternatively, theres awp_monoploy… http://www.fpsbanana.com/maps/11163
I’m gunna leave it there for now.