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Mound, Minnesota

Luxury outdoor living, designed & built near Lake Minnetonka.

Rare Landscapes specializes in the design and creation of elite, luxury outdoor living spaces. We transform high-end residential properties into bespoke, resort-style sanctuaries through visionary architecture, premium craftsmanship, and curated botanical design.

Bespoke, resort-style outdoor living — designed with intention.

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Will Archuleta · Founder
Behind the work

A design-first approach,
led personally from start to finish.

Rare Landscapes is led by Will Archuleta, who works directly with homeowners to design and build outdoor spaces that feel intentional, personal, and connected to the home.

At Rare Landscapes, we believe your outdoor space should be as intentional, luxurious, and finely crafted as the interior of your home. We specialize in elite, full-service outdoor living design, transforming high-end residential properties into bespoke, resort-style sanctuaries.

From architectural hardscaping and custom pools to curated botanical designs and state-of-the-art outdoor kitchens, our work blends seamless functionality with breathtaking aesthetics. We don't just alter terrains; we elevate lifestyles. For clients who demand the extraordinary, Rare Landscapes delivers outdoor living that is, truly, rare.

Great outdoor spaces start with a clear design, not a guess.
Will Archuleta
3D Landscape Design

See the space
before you build it.

Rare Landscapes uses a design-first process so homeowners can see the layout, flow, materials, structures, lighting, and overall feel of the space before the project is estimated and scheduled.

3D rendering, design studio
  • 01Visualize the full outdoor space before construction
  • 02Align the design with the style of the home
  • 03Plan pools, patios, structures, lighting, and landscaping together
  • 04Build a clearer scope before the final estimate
  • 05Reduce surprises before work begins
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What we do

Complete outdoor living,
designed and built together.

Whether you're planning a pool, patio, pavilion, outdoor kitchen, or a full backyard transformation, Rare Landscapes brings the major elements together through one cohesive design.

01
3D Landscape Design
Custom outdoor living plans that help you see the space, layout, and details before the project begins.
02
Custom Swimming Pools
High-end pool designs, including custom pool layouts and ICF pool options.
03
Patios
Paver patios, natural stone patios, poolside patios, and outdoor entertaining areas.
04
Decks
Maintenance-free decks, cedar decks, and premium wood options such as Ipe.
05
Pergolas & Pavilions
Outdoor structures that add shade, comfort, architecture, and year-round usability.
06
Retaining Walls
Block, boulder, and outcropping walls designed to shape the property and support the space.
07
Outdoor Kitchens & Bars
Custom outdoor cooking, dining, and entertaining areas.
08
Fireplaces & Fire Pits
Fire features that create warmth, gathering space, and a natural focal point.
09
Driveways
Paver and concrete driveway solutions designed to complement the home and landscape.
10
Landscape Lighting
Outdoor LED and landscape lighting that brings the space to life after sunset.
11
Saunas
Custom sauna integrations for homeowners who want a private wellness-focused outdoor retreat.
12
Screened-In Porches
Three-season and four-season porches, including motorized screen solutions.

Outside, Elevated.

  • Built around the home's architecture
  • Designed for the way your family lives
  • Materials, lighting & landscaping, planned together
How it works

A simple process to keep communication clear.

From the first conversation to a final walkthrough, every project moves through the same considered sequence, designed first, then built.

Finished space, dusk
From designTo delivery
  1. 01
    Consultation
    Property, goals, style, scope.
  2. 02
    3D Design
    See the space before it is built.
  3. 03
    Finalize the Design
    Layout, materials, details refined.
  4. 04
    Estimate
    Real numbers from a real scope.
  5. 05
    Schedule & Permit
    HOA, city, calendar, prep.
  6. 06
    Build & Oversight
    Will on-site through the build.
  7. 07
    Final Walkthrough
    Every detail, walked together.
  8. 08
    Follow-Up
    A season later, still in touch.
Where we work

Outdoor living, design & build, around Lake Minnetonka.

Rare Landscapes serves homeowners throughout Mound, Minnetrista, Orono, Wayzata, Excelsior, Medina, Long Lake, Minnetonka Beach, Tonka Bay, Shorewood, Deephaven, Greenwood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Chanhassen, and surrounding areas in Hennepin and Carver counties.

Serving High-End Residential Outdoor Living Projects In:
MoundMinnetristaOronoWayzataExcelsiorMedinaLong LakeMinnetonka BeachTonka BayShorewoodDeephavenGreenwoodMinnetonkaPlymouthChanhassen
Questions

Questions, answered before you ask.

A few of the things homeowners most often ask before beginning a project with Rare Landscapes. Have one we haven't covered? Reach out. Will would rather answer it directly.

Yes. Rare Landscapes offers consultations for homeowners who are interested in planning an outdoor living project.
Yes. 3D design is a major part of the Rare Landscapes process and helps homeowners visualize the space before construction begins.
We offer design packages to fit a range of budgets — Digital Sketch, 2D CAD, and 3D realistic rendering, ranging from $800 to $6,000.
It varies with project scope, but the average is anywhere from 5 to 45 days.
Real estate agents say absolutely yes — provided the work stays in line with the property's overall value.
A common range is 15%–20% of property value, depending on scope and goals.
Our communication, quality workmanship, rare design, white-glove experience, and family-like relationships.
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Ready to create a Rare
outdoor space?

We don't just landscape. We build legacy spaces where memories are made.

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