Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Sedona & Scottsdale Landscaping Experts
Arterra Landscape Design Landscape Design has been transforming outdoor spaces since 1989, combining decades of expertise with a passion for sustainable design. Our founder, Pete Cure, brings 47 years of experience as a licensed Landscape Architect (AZ 12009) and host of Cox 7's Step Outside, creating award-winning landscapes for residential and commercial properties across Sedona, Scottsdale, and Northern Arizona. We specialize in custom solutions that harmonize with the desert environment, integrating native plants, water-efficient irrigation systems, and innovative hardscapes.With over 75 industry awards and a commitment to permaculture principles, we deliver projects that enhance property value while preserving natural resources. Our hands-on approach ensures every client receives personalized attention, from initial consultation to final installation, backed by a licensed General Engineering Contractor (ROC 081991) team dedicated to punctuality, safety, and quality craftsmanship.
Services
Landscape Design
Irrigation Systems
Swimming Pools & Spas
Water Features & Ponds
Landscape Installation
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Free consultation with licensed Landscape Architect Pete Cure
- 47 years of desert landscape design expertise
- Sustainable designs using native Southwest plants
- Award-winning projects since 1989
- Licensed General Engineering Contractor with B-04 classification
Associations and certifications
- Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
- Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC 081991)
What people say
Outstanding service
Transformative designs
Personalized approach
Sustainable solutions
Award-winning results
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates functional outdoor spaces that reflect Southwest aesthetics. We develop customized plans incorporating native plants, hardscapes, and water features. Each design balances beauty with practicality, enhancing property value while maintaining ecological harmony through permaculture principles.
Irrigation Systems
We install efficient irrigation systems tailored to desert climates. Services include automatic sprinklers, weather-connected systems, and drip irrigation for residential and commercial properties. Our solutions conserve water while maintaining healthy landscapes, with smart technology integration for optimal efficiency.
Swimming Pools & Spas
Our pool and spa installations combine luxury with desert adaptability. We design negative edge pools, mountain-side installations, and custom water features. Projects follow strict engineering standards, using premium materials to create durable, visually striking aquatic spaces that complement Arizona's terrain.
Water Features & Ponds
We create naturalistic water features that blend with desert environments. Services include pond installation, fountain design, and stream integration. Our approach mimics natural ecosystems, attracting wildlife while providing tranquil focal points that enhance property aesthetics and ecological value.
Landscape Installation
Our installation team brings designs to life with precision craftsmanship. We handle hardscapes, plantings, and structural elements using quality materials. Services transform spaces into functional outdoor living areas while maintaining the integrity of desert ecosystems through sustainable practices.
People
Pete Cure
Landscape Architect & Founder
Arizona native with 47 years in landscape architecture. Licensed in Arizona since 1978, ASU graduate, and TV host of Cox 7's Step Outside. Recipient of Phoenix Home & Garden's Master of the Southwest award. Focuses on sustainable desert designs.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Sedona, Scottsdale, Verde Valley, and all of Northern Arizona.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with our licensed Landscape Architect.
Are you licensed for pool construction?
Yes, we're licensed General Engineering Contractors (ROC 081991) with B-04 classification.
How do you handle desert landscaping?
We specialize in sustainable designs using native plants and water-efficient systems adapted to Arizona's climate.
Can you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve both residential and commercial clients with customized outdoor solutions.
