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Paver Patios
Pavers are set with proper base preparation and drainage, built to handle Minnesota's freeze-thaw climate without heaving or shifting over time.
Rare Landscapes
Patio Design & Installation Near Lake Minnetonka
Rare Landscapes builds custom patios in Mound, MN for homeowners near Lake Minnetonka who want a durable foundation for their outdoor living space, not just a slab of pavers. Every patio is designed with materials, drainage, and layout planned together, led personally by founder Will Archuleta.
Behind the work
Why Homeowners Choose Rare Landscapes for Patios
Rare Landscapes is led personally by founder Will Archuleta, who plans every patio as part of a full outdoor living space near Mound, MN and Lake Minnetonka, not as a standalone project.
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Founder-led: Will Archuleta oversees patio design and construction personally.
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Built for Minnesota: base preparation and drainage are planned for freeze-thaw durability.
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Whole-space planning: patios connect to pools, kitchens, and landscaping, not built in isolation.
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3D design: see material, layout, and scale before construction begins.
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Personal oversight: Will is on-site throughout the build, start to finish.
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Rare Landscapes Reviews
Homeowners choose Rare Landscapes for durable construction, thoughtful design, and finished patios that hold up through Minnesota winters. Hear directly from a homeowner about their patio experience.
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Previous Patio Work Near Lake Minnetonka
What we do
What Our Patios Include
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Natural Stone Patios
Natural stone offers a higher-end look for entertaining areas and poolside spaces, with material selection matched to the style of your home.
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Poolside Patios
Patio material, coping, and layout are planned together with your pool, so the deck handles both foot traffic and water exposure.
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Fire Pit Seating Areas
A fire pit patio extends outdoor use into the evening and cooler months, with seating and layout planned around the fire feature itself.
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Outdoor Dining Layouts
Dining patios are sized and placed for real use, whether that is a small table for two or a space built for hosting large groups.
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Patio Transitions & Walkways
Retaining walls and walkways connect your patio to the rest of the yard, managing grade changes and drainage while tying the space together.
Get started
Start Planning Your Patio Project
Ready for a patio built to last and designed to fit your outdoor space? Tell us about your property near Mound, MN or Lake Minnetonka, and Will Archuleta will personally walk you through your options.
How it works
How the Patio Design Process Works
- 01ConsultationWe learn about the property, goals, style, scope, and how you want to use the space.
- 023D DesignWe help you see the layout, flow, materials, and major features before construction begins.
- 03Finalize the DesignWe refine the layout, materials, details, and project scope.
- 04EstimateYou receive real numbers based on a real scope.
- 05Schedule & PermitWe organize the timeline, HOA needs, city requirements, and project preparation.
- 06Build & OversightThe project moves into construction with clear communication and direct oversight.
- 07Final WalkthroughEvery detail is reviewed before the project is complete.
- 08Follow-UpA season later, still in touch.
Is it time?
Signs You Need a New Patio
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Your existing patio has heaved, cracked, or shifted from freeze-thaw damage.
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Water pools on your patio instead of draining away from the house.
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Your current patio does not connect to your pool, kitchen, or landscaping.
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You want a dedicated space for a fire pit or outdoor dining.
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Grade changes in your yard make parts of it hard to use.
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You are planning a larger outdoor living project and the patio needs to come first.
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Your patio material does not match the style of your home.
Where we work
Patio Service Area Near Mound, MN
Rare Landscapes provides patio design and construction for high-end residential properties in Mound, MN and throughout the Lake Minnetonka area, including Hennepin and Carver counties.
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Questions
Patio FAQs
A patio project includes base preparation, drainage planning, material selection, and layout design, whether that is pavers, natural stone, or a poolside patio. Retaining walls and walkways are often included to manage grade changes and connect the patio to the rest of your yard.
Yes. Rare Landscapes is based in Mound, MN and builds patios for homeowners throughout the Lake Minnetonka area, including Minnetrista, Wayzata, Orono, and surrounding communities in Hennepin and Carver counties.
Proper base preparation and drainage are the biggest factors in preventing freeze-thaw damage. Every patio is built with a compacted base and grading designed to move water away, reducing the heaving and cracking common with poorly built patios.
Yes. Every patio project includes 3D design, so you can see material, layout, and how the patio connects to the rest of your outdoor living space before anything is built or estimated.
Start with a consultation near Mound, MN or Lake Minnetonka. You will talk directly with Will Archuleta about your property and goals, then move into 3D design before committing to materials or a build schedule.
Get in touch
Ready to Build a Rare Patio?
Ready to start your patio project near Mound, MN or Lake Minnetonka? Reach out to Rare Landscapes today and talk directly with founder Will Archuleta about your property and vision.