What is AE Outdoor Living?

AE Outdoor Living is the public brand of Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc. — a licensed Arizona outdoor-living builder. AE is the natural shorthand for AE Outdoor Living used after the full name is established. Same team, same ROC licenses, same Peoria office.

Where is AE Outdoor Living based?

AE Outdoor Living is headquartered in Peoria, Arizona and has served the greater Phoenix metro — Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Surprise, Anthem, and the East Valley — since 2005.

What does AE Outdoor Living do?

Full outdoor envelope: pool design and construction, landscape and hardscape, pavers, artificial turf, outdoor kitchens, shade, low-voltage landscape and permanent architectural lighting (AE LEDs), and frameless glass pool fencing (Sonoran Glass).

Is AE Outdoor Living licensed and insured in Arizona?

Yes. AE Outdoor Living operates under Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc., with multiple active Arizona ROC licenses (verifiable at roc.az.gov), general liability, and workers' compensation.

Who owns AE Outdoor Living?

AE Outdoor Living is owned and operated by David Bell, who founded the company in 2005 and currently serves as President of the Southwest Hardscapes Association and Vice President of the Purposeful Giving Alliance.

Arizona licensed, bonded & insuredServing Arizona homeowners since 2005Peoria design showroomWritten, itemized project scopesProject-specific payment & warranty terms

Fire pit, spa, and LED lighting at dusk — AE Outdoor Living project in the Phoenix metro

About AE Outdoor Living (AE Living)

AE Living — one accountable team for your Arizona outdoor space.

AE Living is the everyday name for AE Outdoor Living — a family-owned Phoenix-metro outdoor builder founded in 2005 in Peoria, Arizona. Homeowners, referral partners, and our team use "AE" and "AE Living" interchangeably. Four coordinated divisions across design, construction, lighting, and glass, under one accountable project plan.

Verified Arizona Authority

4 Active ROC Licenses · ICPI Certified · SHA Leadership

ROC #211530ROC #347738ROC #341002 & #340966

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David Bell, founder of AE Outdoor Living, in Peoria, Arizona — David Bell — founder, owner & president, AE Outdoor Living.

The founder story

David Bell started AE in 2005, out of a single truck.

David grew up in the West Valley — Sun Valley Elementary, Peoria High School, Glendale Community College. He met his wife here, raised three kids in the same community, and started AE in 2005 doing decorative concrete curbing across Peoria.

In 2006 the company expanded into the full landscape package so homeowners weren't juggling four contractors for one yard. Today, AE is still family-owned and still operating out of Peoria, Arizona.

"If I wouldn't build it for my own family, we don't build it for yours."

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What AE has grown into

Four coordinated divisions, one project plan.

AE covers the full outdoor envelope — front yards, backyards, driveways, patios, pools, lighting, and glass — for residential and commercial properties across the Phoenix metro. Each division is coordinated under one project plan and one point of contact.

Primary brand

AE Outdoor Living

The brand homeowners and commercial clients work with for full outdoor-living projects — design, planning, scheduling, and a single point of contact for the life of the build.

Customer-facing construction brand

Advant-Edge Pools & Landscape

The customer-facing construction brand operated by Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc. for pools, landscape, hardscape, and full-yard transformations.

Lighting division

AE LEDs

Low-voltage landscape lighting and permanent architectural lighting — manufacturer-trained installers and AE-managed warranty.

Glass fencing & railing

Sonoran Glass

Frameless glass pool fencing, glass railing, and wind-wall systems installed by AE crews.

Company proof & licenses

Verify before you sign.

The legal entity, license numbers, and address below can be checked directly with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors and the Better Business Bureau.

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Legal entity: Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc. — an Arizona corporation doing business as AE Outdoor Living, Advant-Edge Pools & Landscape, AE LEDs, and Sonoran Glass & Fence.
Arizona ROC licenses: ROC #340966 · R-62
ROC #341002 · R-3
ROC #347738 · KA-5
ROC #211530 · CR-21
Insurance: General liability and workers' compensation. Certificate of insurance available on request.
Address & contact: 9715 W Peoria Ave
Peoria, AZ 85345
(623) 300-2589

Verified Authority

Recognition earned over years of real work.

Recognition shown here includes awards, certificates, media features and licensing documentation from different points in the company’s history. Current legal, licensing and company information is maintained on AE’s Company Facts page.

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Design & Build

Top Custom Pool & Outdoor Living Honors

Verified design and hardscape craft awards across the Valley.

AZ Licensing

4 Active ROC Commercial & Residential Licenses

ROC #211530, #347738, #341002, #340966. Fully bonded and insured.

Industry Moat

Southwest Hardscapes Assoc. President

David Bell currently serving as SHA President (13 yrs on board).

Team & leadership

Leadership credentials, on the record.

Individual team biographies, photos, and personal stories are published only where the team member has given documented permission. Leadership roles below reflect current, verifiable industry and community positions.

Founder, Owner & President

David Bell

Founded the company in 2005. Sets AE's build standards, leads design reviews, and remains the named accountable owner on every project.

President (currently serving)

Industry leadership — Southwest Hardscapes Association

David Bell currently serves as President of the Southwest Hardscapes Association — 13 years on the board, 15 years involved with the association. SHA is the regional trade association advancing hardscape installation standards across the Southwest.

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Vice President

Community leadership — Purposeful Giving Alliance

David Bell currently serves as Vice President of the Purposeful Giving Alliance, a coalition of local businesses pooling resources for Arizona families and community causes.

Meet the AE team

The full team

Every person on the AE team — bios, roles, and tenure.

These are the designers, foremen, coordinators, office staff, and aftercare team members you'll actually work with on an AE project. Photos and bios are published with each team member's documented permission.

David

Founder of AE Outdoor Living

Founded AE in 2005.

David founded AE Outdoor Living in 2005 and brings more than 25 years of construction experience to the company. His experience spans residential and commercial construction, estimating, bidding, project planning, and field execution. As President of the Southwest Hardscapes Association and the license holder for AE's Arizona contractor licenses, David helps lead the company with deep construction knowledge, industry involvement, and a strong commitment to building projects the right way.

Ryan Olson

Lead Designer & Sales Manager

With AE since 2013.

Ryan Olson is AE's Lead Designer and Sales Manager, and the in-house 3D design expert. He creates the 3D designs that help customers visualize their outdoor living projects before construction begins, bringing ideas to life in a way clients can clearly see and understand. As one of AE's longest-serving team members, Ryan combines sales leadership, design knowledge, and years of company experience to help guide projects from concept to reality.

Jairo Del Rio

Hardscape Lead Foreman

With AE since 2016.

Jairo Del Rio is one of AE's hardscape masters, with deep hands-on skill in pavers, masonry, and hardscape construction. He understands what it takes to build durable, clean, high-quality work in the field. His craftsmanship, experience, and ability to execute detailed hardscape projects make him a major part of AE's build quality.

Jay Bell

Construction / Field Execution

With AE since 2016.

Jay Bell has been around construction his entire life and brings a lifetime of hands-on building knowledge to AE. He understands how to take a customer's plan, break it down, and execute it correctly in the field. His experience, practical problem-solving, and steady approach make him a valuable part of turning ideas and designs into finished projects.

Anthony Cabrera

Shade, Lighting & Glass Lead

With AE since 2017.

Anthony Cabrera has been part of AE since 2017 and represents the consistency, loyalty, and experience that help anchor a strong team. His time with the company reflects long-term commitment and a strong understanding of AE's standards. He is part of the foundation that helps AE continue to grow and deliver quality work.

Adam Klima

President of Construction

With AE since 2018.

Around AE, Adam Klima is known as the guy who can figure out how to build just about anything. Whether it is a complex design, a custom feature, or a one-of-a-kind idea dreamed up by a customer, Adam has a unique ability to break it down, design the right approach, and produce it correctly. His creativity, craftsmanship, and problem-solving mindset make him a key part of bringing AE's most ambitious projects to life.

Kameron Ramos

Irrigation Lead & Landscape Foreman

With AE since 2018.

Kameron Ramos brings strong field knowledge in hardscapes, irrigation, and outdoor living construction. He understands the details that help a project function properly, look right, and hold up over time. His practical experience, reliability, and well-rounded skill set make him a valuable part of AE's production team.

Rowena Evale

Aftercare Coordinator & EA to David Bell

With AE since 2019.

Rowena Evale has been with AE since 2019 and has been part of the company's continued growth. As Aftercare Coordinator and Executive Assistant to David Bell, her time with the team reflects consistency, care, and a commitment to supporting AE's people, clients, and operations. She helps strengthen the team culture that keeps the company moving forward.

Marty Campisi

Design & Permitting

With AE since 2020.

Marty Campisi plays a key role in turning project ideas into permit-ready plans. He works through the details needed for city review, engineering coordination, permitting, and construction planning. From detailed drawings to construction documents, Marty helps make sure projects are properly planned, clearly communicated, and ready to move forward the right way.

Jeared Johnson

Materials & Logistics Lead

With AE since 2020.

Jeared Johnson helps keep AE projects moving by managing materials, delivering supplies, supporting crews, and keeping job sites clean and organized. His work behind the scenes helps the field team stay productive and focused. Jeared's reliability and attention to jobsite flow make him an important part of keeping projects on track.

Doug Laird

Marketing / Video / Social Media

With AE since 2022.

Doug Laird is the creative force behind much of AE's video content, social media, and digital storytelling. He helps capture the work, showcase the team, and keep AE's brand active and visible across social platforms. His eye for content and marketing helps tell the story behind the projects, the people, and the craftsmanship that make AE stand out.

Donna Bell

AP / AR & Payroll

With AE since 2024.

Donna Bell helps make sure the AE office runs smoothly day to day. Handling AP, AR, and payroll — along with organization and communication that supports the team behind the scenes — Donna helps keep the moving parts connected. Her steady support helps the office, field, and customer experience stay aligned.

Matthew McQuarrie

Glass & Pergola Specialist

With AE since 2025.

Matthew McQuarrie leads AE's glass and pergola installations, including Sonoran Glass fencing, glass pool fencing, glass railings, and custom pergola and shade structures. He brings a detail-first approach to layout, leveling, hardware, and finish work — the small things that separate a clean install from a great one. His craftsmanship and follow-through help ensure every glass and pergola project meets AE's standard for quality, safety, and long-term performance.

Charles Brown

Customer Service & Fleet Management

With AE since 2026.

Charles Brown brings more than 20 years of construction industry experience to AE. He helps keep the fleet running, supports customer service, and makes sure repairs and service needs are handled. His construction background, problem-solving mindset, and willingness to jump in where needed help keep the company moving smoothly.

Chad Carara

Sales & Design

With AE since 2026.

Chad Carara works hard to understand each customer's ideas and turn them into thoughtful, high-standard designs. Through the design and sales process, he helps clients shape their vision while keeping quality, function, and execution at the center of the conversation. His focus is on helping customers feel heard while guiding them toward a finished project AE can be proud to build.

Kristi Bell

Project Coordinator

Kristi Bell plays a key role in keeping customers informed and projects moving smoothly. As Project Coordinator, she helps maintain communication, coordinate details, and support the follow-through that keeps each job organized from start to finish. Her ability to keep customers updated and help things stay on track makes her an important part of the AE customer experience.

Skyler Bell

Director of Quality Control

With AE for over 5 years.

Skyler Bell serves as AE's Director of Quality Control — the final set of eyes (and nose) on every job. Whether it's a fresh paver patio, a new turf install, or a completed pool deck, Skyler makes sure the site meets the AE standard before it's handed back to the family. Beyond QC, she represents the heart and culture behind the company — a reminder that AE is built on people, relationships, and pride in the work.

Stella Bell

Director of Morale & Cuteness

With AE for over 5 years.

Stella Bell holds the critical role of Director of Morale & Cuteness at AE. Her responsibilities include greeting the team, boosting office morale, supervising snack breaks, and reminding everyone that the best companies are built on people (and pups) who genuinely enjoy showing up. She's a daily reminder of the family-driven culture that shapes how AE treats its team and its clients.

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How we lead

A values-driven, faith-based approach to the way we run this company.

AE is a family-founded company led by people whose personal faith shapes how they treat clients, crews, subcontractors, and the community. We say that plainly because it explains a lot about how we operate — but it isn't a test anyone has to pass to work with us. Clients, employees, and partners of every background, belief, and walk of life are welcome here, and always have been.

Treat people the way we'd want to be treated

It's not a slogan; it's the operating rule. Return the call. Show up when you said you would. Say the hard thing early, not late. Pay subs on time. Answer the warranty question three years later the same way you'd answer it three weeks in.

Honest scope, honest numbers, in writing

We publish real cost ranges. We won't quote low to win the job and change-order our way back. If a scope isn't right for your yard or your budget, we say so — even when it means walking away from work.

Everyone is welcome at our table

Faith-based leadership means our values are anchored somewhere — it does not mean the projects, clients, or team members have to share those beliefs. AE serves and employs people across every faith, tradition, and background. You will never be asked about yours.

Stewardship over speed

The work outlives the sale. We build to specs designed to last decades, not to next season's photo, and we'd rather lose the "fastest bid" comparison than shortcut a base, a bond, or a cure window.

Built on giving back

"We didn't build a company that gives back — we built a company on giving back." Community work (Shop With a Cop, Day of Giving, backpack drives, donated backyards, the Purposeful Giving Alliance) is a foundational pillar, not a marketing add-on.

Respect for those who serve

AE is a law-enforcement-friendly company and proudly extends community pricing and priority scheduling to military, first responders, nurses, and educators — a quiet thank-you to the people who serve. Eligibility and how we verify it are spelled out plainly on the Community & Service Discounts page.

The short version: our leadership is anchored in faith and family; our door is open to everyone. If any of the above resonates, you'll feel it in the first phone call. If it doesn't, we'll still treat you the way we'd want to be treated — because that part isn't optional.

How AE coordinates work

In-house crews and licensed specialty partners.

AE self-performs much of its work and coordinates qualified licensed specialty trade partners where the project requires them. AE remains responsible for coordinating the contracted scope.

Examples of work AE typically self-performs include design, project management, hardscape (pavers, flagstone, travertine, concrete), landscape and irrigation, shade structures, AE LEDs lighting, Sonoran Glass & Fence installation, and post-handoff aftercare. Specialty trade partners are coordinated for scopes such as rebar, excavation, gunite, pool interior finish, and final gas or electrical hookups requiring a separate trade license.

Each project's labor mix is defined in the signed scope. Trade partners on an AE project carry their own ROC licensing, general liability, and workers' compensation, and work under AE's project manager and published standards.

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Community involvement

We didn't build a company that gives back. We built a company on giving back.

Community work is a foundational pillar at AE. Programs below are ongoing or recurring; specific outcomes, dates, and photos are published with each partner organization's permission.

Shop With a Cop

Annual participation with local law-enforcement partners. AE contributes funds, volunteers, and on-day support so families receive a holiday shopping experience alongside officers.

Day of Giving

An annual day where AE pauses regular operations and contributes labor, equipment, and materials toward a community project chosen with a partner organization.

Backpack & school-supply drives

Annual back-to-school drives benefiting West Valley schools and teachers, including David's wife's kindergarten classroom and partner classrooms.

Donated outdoor spaces

AE has donated work or materials to families and nonprofits facing extraordinary circumstances. Each donation is coordinated with a partner organization and disclosed only when the partner has approved the story.

Purposeful Giving Alliance

Active participation in PGA initiatives across the Valley. David Bell currently serves as Vice President.

See AE's giving programs

Phoenix metro service area

Designing and building across the Valley.

Headquartered in Peoria, AZ and working across the Phoenix metro since 2005. AE pulls permits in our own ROC license with each municipality. AE self-performs much of its work and coordinates qualified specialty partners where specialized equipment, licensing, products, engineering, or expertise are required.

Phoenix
Scottsdale
Paradise Valley
Arcadia
Peoria
Glendale
Surprise
Anthem
Chandler
Gilbert
Mesa
Tempe
Queen Creek
Cave Creek & Carefree
Fountain Hills
North Phoenix & Desert Ridge

Projects outside the immediate metro are evaluated case-by-case so the same AE design, build, and aftercare team stays on every project from start to finish.

Showroom

Visit the Peoria design center.

See materials, finishes, lighting, glass, turf, pavers, and outdoor-kitchen samples in person before making decisions for your yard. Showroom visits are by appointment so a designer is prepared for your project type.

9715 W Peoria Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
By appointment, Mon–Sat

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Standards we operate to

Paver base specs: 2–3" ABC for patios and walkways, 4–6" ABC for driveways, 1" washed concrete sand bedding, polymeric joint sand on every paver job.
Pool electrical bonding and GFCI to NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 680, inspected by an AZ-licensed electrician.
Pool barrier compliance reviewed against ARS 36-1681.

From David

Owner on the record

David Bell on why to hire an established outdoor-living company — 20 years in Peoria, 80+ combined years in the field — and why HGTV timelines aren't real

David Bell — AE Pools & Landscape, AE LEDs, Sonoran Glass overview — One family-owned Peoria company across pools, hardscape, glass fencing, and permanent lights

David Bell on estimating hard costs and the most rewarding part of the work — "That $18k plumbing job that came in at $30k — that's not the homeowner's fault, that's my lesson"

Full backyard remodel — pool, dog run, Pentair equipment, app automation — Demo the old yard, convert existing turf into a dog run, add a heat-cool pump and Pentair automation

AE facility tour — 1.5-acre yard, light-build shop, tempered glass and hardware storage — 1.5-acre Peoria facility: light-system build shop with brakes, in-house tempered glass and pool-fence hardware — vertically integrated so jobs move faster

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From homeowners

Why homeowners choose AE.

In their own words — why Phoenix and Scottsdale families keep hiring AE Outdoor Living for pools, backyards, and full outdoor living builds.

About the AE Living name

"AE Living" — what it means.

AE Living is the shorthand homeowners, referral partners, and our own team use for AE Outdoor Living. Same company, same ROC licenses, same Peoria office. Below are the guides most people land on after reading this page.

Is AE Living the same company as AE Outdoor Living?: Yes. AE Living is the everyday shorthand for AE Outdoor Living — the primary brand of Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc. Same team, same ROC licenses, same Peoria office. Some clients also shorten it to just "AE."
Where is AE Living based?: AE Living is headquartered in Peoria, Arizona and has served the greater Phoenix metro — Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Surprise, Anthem, and the East Valley — since 2005.
What does AE Living do?: Full outdoor envelope: pool design and construction, landscape and hardscape, paver driveways and patios, artificial turf, outdoor kitchens, shade structures, low-voltage landscape and permanent architectural lighting (AE LEDs), and frameless glass pool fencing (Sonoran Glass). One project plan, one accountable project manager.
Is AE Living licensed and insured in Arizona?: Yes. AE Living operates under Advant-Edge Decorative Curbing & Landscaping, Inc., with multiple active Arizona ROC licenses (verifiable at roc.az.gov), general liability, and workers' compensation. Certificate of insurance is available on request.
Who owns AE Living?: AE Living is owned and operated by David Bell, who founded the company in 2005 and remains its accountable owner. David currently serves as President of the Southwest Hardscapes Association (13 years on the board) and Vice President of the Purposeful Giving Alliance.

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