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Landscape Design in Greenwood, MN

Rare Landscapes creates custom outdoor environments and luxury landscapes for homeowners in Greenwood, MN. We integrate pools, patios, outdoor kitchens, fire features, structures, plantings, and lighting into a unified design that complements your home's architecture and enhances your experience of your property.

Greenwood's exclusive lakefront properties, with wooded lots often exceeding 2 acres and direct access to Christmas Lake and Lake Minnetonka's eastern bays, demand sophisticated outdoor design that maximizes water views while preserving natural beauty. As Lake Minnetonka area specialists, Rare Landscapes understands how to enhance the value of Greenwood properties, from historic estates along Christmas Lake Road to contemporary lakefront homes.

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Why Choose Us

Why Greenwood Homeowners Choose Rare Landscapes

Lakefront properties and wooded estates throughout Greenwood require sophisticated design that embraces natural terrain while creating exceptional outdoor environments. Rare Landscapes develops comprehensive plans that integrate all outdoor elements into a single, intentional space.

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Founder-led

Will Archuleta stays personally involved throughout planning and construction.

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3D landscape design

Review layout, scale, materials, and major outdoor features before building.

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Whole-property planning

Pools, patios, structures, lighting, planting, and circulation are coordinated together.

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Design-first approach

Major decisions are worked through before construction starts.

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High-end residential focus

Each project is shaped around the home, site conditions, and homeowner priorities.

What we do

Landscape Design & Outdoor Living Services in Greenwood

Rare Landscapes designs outdoor spaces for Greenwood homeowners who expect every element of their property to complement their home's architecture and lakefront setting.

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3D Landscape Design

Custom outdoor living plans that help you see the space, layout, and details before the project begins.
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Landscape Design

Custom landscape design that blends hardscape, planting, and premium materials into one cohesive outdoor living plan.
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Custom Swimming Pools

Custom pool layouts, poolside patios, landscaping, lighting, and full backyard pool environments.
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Patio Design & Installation

Paver patios, natural stone patios, poolside patios, and outdoor entertaining areas.
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Decks

Maintenance-free decks, cedar decks, and premium wood options such as Ipe.
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Pergolas & Pavilions

Outdoor structures that add shade, comfort, architecture, and year-round usability.
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Retaining Walls

Block, boulder, and outcropping walls designed to shape the property and support the space.
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Outdoor Kitchens & Bars

Custom outdoor cooking, dining, and entertaining areas.
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Outdoor Living Design

Complete outdoor living plans that connect patios, kitchens, fire features, lighting, and more.
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Fireplaces & Fire Pits

Fire features that create warmth, gathering space, and a natural focal point.
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Driveways

Paver and concrete driveway solutions designed to complement the home and landscape.
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Landscape Lighting

Outdoor LED and landscape lighting that brings the space to life after sunset.
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Saunas

Custom sauna integrations for homeowners who want a private wellness-focused outdoor retreat.
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Screened-in Porches

Three-season and four-season porches, including motorized screen solutions.
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Outdoor Living Projects in & Around Greenwood

Properties throughout Greenwood's distinguished neighborhoods – from Christmas Lake estates to Lake Minnetonka shoreline homes – benefit from designs that frame water views, manage slopes gracefully, and create seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor living.

Reviews

What Homeowners Say About Rare Landscapes

Homeowners trust Rare Landscapes for design-led outdoor living projects that feel personal, refined, and built around the property. Rated 4.3 stars across 24 Google reviews — browse every 5-star review below, or open the full list on Google.

★★★★★
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We recently worked with Will at Rare Landscapes to redesign and replace our old paver patio, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. Will created a beautiful patio design while also reusing our existing pavers, which helped us maintain our budget without sacrificing quality or appearance. What stood out most was how involved and communicative Will was throughout the entire project. Highly recommend Will and Rare Landscapes if you’re looking for creative design, professionalism, and great value.

Todd WhiteGoogle Review
★★★★★
Google

We had a dead lawn after we bought the place in winter. Bill came in with his crew, removed the lawn, took out the tree blocking the front of our wonderful home and installed class 5 to store our truck and boat. Fantastic work. On time, responsive, great quality work, great price, nice and professional crew.

Joey ReillyGoogle Review
★★★★★
Google

We had a great experience working with Bill and his team. Very professional work and the results were outstanding. Added a top level rock wall, modified existing steps to make safer and added more interesting curve and additional level, and replaced old stone walk way with nicely color contrasting pavers.

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What Homeowners Say About Rare Landscapes

Homeowners choose Rare Landscapes for thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that reflect their lifestyle, enhance their property, and deliver lasting value. With a 4.3-star rating from 24 Google reviews — read our 5-star testimonials below, or view the complete collection on Google.

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Planning a Larger Landscape Project in Greenwood?

Whether you're working with a lakefront estate or a wooded hillside property, your outdoor space deserves a unified vision. Rare Landscapes can coordinate pools, patios, pavilions, kitchens, walkways, lighting, and landscaping into a single comprehensive design.

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Who we design for

Landscape Design for Greenwood Homes & Properties

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Lakefront Property Owners

Greenwood estates require refined design that celebrates water views while creating functional outdoor living. Rare Landscapes creates designs that honor the natural shoreline while providing luxury amenities for lakeside entertaining.

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Christmas Lake Residents

From established estates to newer construction along Christmas Lake's pristine shores, these prestigious homes demand outdoor spaces that respect the lake's environmental sensitivity. Our designs balance luxury features with responsible waterfront management and natural preservation.

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Wooded Estate Properties

Properties throughout Greenwood's interior feature mature hardwood forests and rolling topography that offer privacy and natural beauty. These estates benefit from designs that carve intimate outdoor rooms within the natural landscape while maintaining the wooded character.

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Homeowners Renovating Existing Properties

With many properties dating from the 1950s through the 1980s, Greenwood offers opportunities to transform dated outdoor spaces into contemporary luxury environments. A comprehensive design ensures new features integrate seamlessly with existing architecture and mature landscaping.

Local design

What We Consider When Designing Landscapes in Greenwood

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Lakefront Regulations & Shoreline Management

Greenwood's waterfront properties must comply with strict shoreline regulations and environmental protections. Professional design ensures proper setbacks, manages stormwater runoff, and protects water quality while maximizing your enjoyment of the lakefront setting.

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Mature Tree Preservation & Forest Management

With extensive oak, maple, and basswood forests throughout the community, Greenwood properties often feature specimen trees worth protecting. Strategic design preserves root zones, manages canopy coverage, and integrates new features without compromising the health of mature trees.

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Slope Management & Lake Views

The dramatic elevation changes from hilltop to shoreline require expert grading and terracing. Professional retaining walls, stepped patios, and strategic placement of outdoor rooms maximize views while creating level spaces for pools, kitchens, and entertainment areas.

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Year-Round Lake Living Design

Greenwood homeowners value outdoor spaces that extend the lake lifestyle beyond summer. Heated patios, outdoor fireplaces, covered structures, and strategic wind protection create comfortable environments for spring and fall entertaining while framing winter lake views.

About Greenwood

Living in Greenwood, Minnesota

Greenwood is an exclusive lakeside community of approximately 700 residents that maintains its village character while offering some of the most prestigious addresses in the Twin Cities metro. The city encompasses 1.8 square miles along the eastern shores of Lake Minnetonka and Christmas Lake, providing residents with exceptional water access and natural beauty.

The community offers direct access to Lake Minnetonka's extensive recreational opportunities, from boating and swimming to the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail system. Christmas Lake provides a more intimate water experience, while nearby Excelsior Commons and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offer additional outdoor amenities. This combination of lakefront luxury and preserved natural spaces makes Greenwood one of the most desirable addresses in Minnesota.

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Serving Greenwood & the Lake Minnetonka Area

Rare Landscapes serves Greenwood and surrounding communities including Mound, Minnetrista, Orono, Wayzata, Excelsior, Medina, Long Lake, Minnetonka Beach, Tonka Bay, Shorewood, Deephaven, Minnetonka, Plymouth, and Chanhassen.

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3D Landscape Design

Plan Your Greenwood Property in 3D

Before investing in your outdoor living transformation, see exactly how your pool, patio, outdoor kitchen, and landscape elements will look and function together. Rare Landscapes uses 3D design technology to help Greenwood homeowners visualize their complete outdoor environment, ensuring every element works in harmony with your lakefront property and home's architecture.

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Questions

Landscape Design in Greenwood, MN FAQs

Yes. We're experienced with shoreline setbacks, impervious surface limits, and environmental regulations specific to Lake Minnetonka and Christmas Lake properties. Our designs comply with all local requirements while maximizing your outdoor living potential.
We establish protective zones around significant trees, use specialized equipment to minimize root damage, and coordinate with certified arborists when necessary. Preserving Greenwood's mature forest canopy is a priority in every design.
Most Greenwood homeowners invest between 15-25% of property value in comprehensive outdoor living improvements. Given local property values, this typically means projects ranging from $200,000 to $500,000 or more for complete transformations.
Absolutely. Many Greenwood properties have existing features worth preserving. We excel at integrating new elements with existing pools, patios, or structures to create a cohesive, updated outdoor environment.
We use a combination of engineered retaining walls, natural stone terracing, and strategic grading to create usable spaces while maintaining stability. Proper drainage design prevents erosion and protects both your investment and the lake environment.
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Start Your Landscape Design Project in Greenwood

Contact Rare Landscapes to transform your Greenwood property with comprehensive outdoor living design. Work directly with Will Archuleta from initial concept through construction to create outdoor spaces that enhance your lifestyle and property value.

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