Pool Landscape Design Ideas for 2020

As the weather warms here in the Valley of the Sun, the prime growing season approaches. Spring is the best time of the year here to get your plants in the ground and well-situated before the harsh summer weather hits. Poolside landscaping offers a way to add a pop of color and texture, while cooling […]
Top Arizona Landscape Design Elements

Creating a compelling landscape design in Arizona requires an understanding of key design elements that harmonize and enhance the space. These elements—color, line, texture, form, and scale—are essential to crafting a cohesive and visually appealing outdoor environment. Our team of professional landscape designers are ready to use these design elements to harness the natural beauty […]
Seamlessly Fusing Indoor/Outdoor Design Styles

Given the gorgeous weather that we enjoy throughout most of the year in Arizona, many homeowners strive to bring the outdoors in and the indoors out. When developing a landscape design in Phoenix, incorporating elements that match your home’s style will help to ensure a consistent aesthetic, make your home feel larger, and create a […]
Six Step Process for Working with Landscape Designers

We pride ourselves on providing cutting-edge professional landscape design services. Our team is comprised of stellar experts including registered landscape designers and landscape architects that have worked across a variety of residential and commercial projects. With extensive experience throughout the Southwestern U.S., our team delivers exemplary results. We help our clients envision true possibilities for […]
Poolside Landscaping

At Creative Environments, there are two main considerations when executing a poolside landscaping job: pretty and practical. We aim to bring to you a beautiful, yet functional, environment to enjoy. Whether you are relaxing poolside, dining al fresco, or taking a dip to cool off this summer, all of these activities are richer, more enjoyable in […]
Landscaping Materials: Gravel and Stone

When deciding to improve your property’s sense of design, many individuals naturally consider adding plants and a fresh layer of mulch to freshen up their curb appeal. At Creative Environments, our team of expert landscape designers knows exactly how to make your home, pool, and landscaping area shine. Two of our favorite landscaping materials to […]
Why Your Backyard Needs A Pergola

It’s hot and sunny yet you don’t want to be cooped up inside, hiding from the natural beauty of your outdoor oasis. Creative Environments knows what to do — a pergola. Pergolas are a hot trend in landscape design right now that afford you the ability to enjoy your outdoor living. Here’s several reasons why […]
Hot Tub Time!

In the morning, under the stars, a quick dip before work, a long soak on the weekend, you name it, there’s no bad time for a visit to a hot tub With fall temperatures, if you haven’t already, it’s prime time to fire up the hot tub for frequent use. At Creative Environments, we want […]
On Turning to Professional Landscape Designers

Even with the best of intentions, sometimes DIY house projects fail. Most often this is because the homeowner attempting a labor of love lacks the education and skill set necessary to do the job. Our team of professional landscape designers are ready to bring your vision to life. Technical know-how is a must when it […]
Battle of the Shades: Lattice, Solid or Cantilevered

With the summer season in full effect, it seems like the only thing we can manage to think about these days is staying cool. Doing that effectively under our Sonoran Desert sun can be difficult. To help, our thoughts naturally turn toward outdoor shade structures. Lattice Latticed shade structures, or pergolas as they are commonly […]