What begins as blank desert canvas becomes living artistry in the hands of High Desert Designs. From bare soil and unshaped spaces to sculptural plantings, layered terraces, and bold desert-modern lines — every detail is designed to harmonize with the architecture and mountain backdrop.

Our team blends specimen cacti, agaves, natural stone, and custom hardscape to create landscapes that feel both timeless and alive. The result: outdoor living spaces that elevate the home, frame the views, and showcase the true beauty of the Sonoran desert.

This project with Tate Studio Architects many years ago is one of our favorites, using strong geometric shapes in the planters to complement the pool and design of the build. This reinforced the modern aesthetic, with primarily neutral color palette, gray tone of the paving and gravel contrasting with the green of the plants and the golden hues of the barrel cacti.

Modern desert xeriscape-inspired design with a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant approach.

The small, minimalist lawns are neatly maintained patches of grass bordered by low shrubs, which provide contrast and a pop of green.

The gravel and decomposed granite pathways are low maintenance and ideal for water permeability.