This Excelsior, MN property was transformed into a true garden experience, designed to feel refined and manicured while preserving unobstructed views of Lake Minnetonka and its sunsets. Extensive annual plantings surround the pool, layered perennial gardens add depth and color throughout the season, and a restored natural shoreline improves erosion control while complementing the lakeside setting. A full paver driveway and layered perennial beds create a dramatic front entry, while tiered stone retaining walls and natural stone steps manage the property’s grade change with planting pockets that soften the hardscape. The result is a landscape that is equally impressive from the street and the shoreline, built to support both everyday living and frequent entertaining.
This project earned a Silver Award in the Landscape Management category at the 2026 NALP Awards of Excellence.
