High Desert Designs serves clients across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, and the greater Sonoran Desert region. We work in both custom estates and high-end tract home communities such as 100 Hills, Grayhawk, DC Ranch, McDowell Mountain Ranch, and other luxury planned developments. We also design for private communities with architectural standards, including Estancia, Silverleaf, and similar gated enclaves.

Yes. Our team has experience designing community entrances, guard gates, medians, and shared common-area landscapes in luxury neighborhoods like Estancia, DC Ranch, Troon, Silverleaf, and Mirabel. We create elevated, cohesive desert-modern aesthetics that complement existing architecture while enhancing curb appeal and long-term community value.

We focus on luxury residential landscape design, including:

Custom estates and new construction

High-end tract homes in communities such as 100 Hills, Grayhawk, DC Ranch, McDowell Mountain Ranch, Troon North

Pool and outdoor living environments

Sculptural and desert-modern plant design

Full front-yard and backyard transformations

Community entrance and shared-space design

We provide full-service design and build, which includes concept development, material selection, project management, and installation through our licensed contractors and trusted industry partners.

Consultation – We walk your property, discuss goals, inspirations, and functional needs.

Concept Phase – Mood boards, spatial layouts, plant palettes, and architectural direction.

Master Plan – Scaled drawings, lighting plans, and detailed material specifications.

Build & Installation – Our team oversees all implementation for a seamless experience.

Final Walkthrough – Ensuring every detail aligns with the design vision.

Timelines vary based on project size. As a general guide:

Design phase: 

Permitting: 

Construction: 
We will provide a customized timeline after your consultation.

Most of our clients invest $0,000–$000,000+ for complete outdoor spaces, depending on project scope, materials, and custom features. Pools and hardscaping significantly influence total investment.

Absolutely. When feasible, we integrate mature plants, shade trees, or structural elements that enhance the final aesthetic — while ensuring they align with the overall design vision.

Yes. High Desert Designs is a fully integrated, end-to-end landscape design and build firm. We handle every stage of your project in-house — design, installation, hardscaping, irrigation, lighting, and long-term maintenance.

We also operate our own dedicated plant nursery, allowing us to source, grow, and curate premium desert-adaptive specimens. Nothing is outsourced, ensuring consistent quality, healthier plants, and complete control over the final aesthetic.

Yes. Every installation includes ongoing landscape maintenance performed by our in-house team. Because we design, plant, and maintain your environment, we understand the specific needs of each material and species, protecting your investment long-term.

Yes. Sustainable desert landscaping is at the core of our philosophy. We design with drought-tolerant, climate-adapted, and sculptural species that thrive in the Sonoran Desert with minimal water use.

Often. We frequently partner with local architects, home builders, and designers to create unified indoor-outdoor living experiences. Our list includes but is not limited to Tate Studios, Build Inc, Janet Brooks Interiors.

High Desert Designs offers a fully integrated suite of outdoor design and construction services. As a true full-service firm, we design, build, install, and maintain every element in-house — including plantings sourced from our dedicated nursery. Our capabilities include:

Outdoor Living & Recreation

Custom pools and spas

water features, scuppers & spillways

Shade structures, pergolas & ramadas

Entertainment terraces and lounge areas

Hardscapes & Architectural Elements

Patios, walkways, paver systems, and natural stone hardscapes

Retaining walls & seat walls

Driveways and motor courts

Courtyards and private garden spaces

Landscape lighting and path lighting systems

Fire & Heat Features

Fireplaces (gas or wood-burning)

Custom fire pits

Linear fire features and architectural fire elements

Recreation & Sports Amenities

Professional-grade putting greens

Bocce ball courts

Basketball courts

Green & Desert-Modern Elements

Sculptural desert gardens

Cacti and specimen installations

Tree placement and mature shade tree sourcing

Full irrigation design and installation

All installation and long-term maintenance performed in-house

Plant material sourced directly from our dedicated nursery

Simply submit the contact form on our website. A member of our team will reach out to schedule your on-site design consultation and begin shaping your vision.