--- title: "Peter Raarup Landscape Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/peter-raarup-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~687935615 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~687935615.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Peter Raarup Landscape Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8e53f1ea0e555a1c_6476-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "4522 Coliseum Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70115, United States" latitude: 29.9289 longitude: -90.1005 phone: "(504) 899-0124" website: http://www.landscape-excellence.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 4 followers: 88 last_updated: 2026-09-12 --- # Peter Raarup Landscape Design Original Houzz profile: [Peter Raarup Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/peter-raarup-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~687935615) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** New Orleans, LA - **Serves:** New Orleans, Metairie Terrace, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Estelle, Waggaman, Jefferson, Belle Chasse, Harahan, Bridge City, Meraux, Elmwood, Avondale, Arabi - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Peter Raarup Landscape Design offers a complete spectrum of design services, installation, and maintenance for all sizes of projects. We work directly with each client to develop a design that fulfills their personal ideals, while addressing the functional needs of the project, and working within the budget. Our firm works with the latest AutoCAD program to facilitate and expedite cooperation with architects, engineers, and builders. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features ### Areas Served - New Orleans - Metairie Terrace - Metairie - Kenner - Gretna - Estelle - Waggaman - Jefferson - Belle Chasse - Harahan - Bridge City - Meraux - Elmwood - Avondale - Arabi ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Peter Raarup Landscape Design | | Address | 4522 Coliseum Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70115, United States | | Phone | (504) 899-0124 | | Website | http://www.landscape-excellence.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 88 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Peter Raarup Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/peter-raarup-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~687935615) - **Website:** http://www.landscape-excellence.com/ - **Phone:** (504) 899-0124 ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews** ### All 4 reviews **★★★★★ — jcsimpsoniii, Jan. 2014** > Peter designed our gardens in the Lower Garden District and we couldn't have been more pleased. Peter was able to translate our ideas into a design that captured the essence of what we wanted. Every aspect of the project was handled with the utmost professionalism and in a timely manner. **★★★★★ — Peter M Trapolin, Nov. 2013** > I hired Peter after my courtyard had been landscaped by another firm. I was extremely disappointed with the results and asked Peter to make suggestions to improve it. He came up with a new plan utilizing most of the plant material but rearrangeing it in a more organized manner. That was ten years ago. Since then Peter has restored my yard post Katrina. I've recommended him on several of our projects for other clients and they've all been extremely satisfied with his designs and professional installations. We're currently finishing another project with Peter where he led the design concept and we're looking forward to to the final installation.x **★★★★★ — david2644, Nov. 2013** > After Peter Raarup presented his design recommendations for our unique roof top gardens, I immediately hired him because his designs were far superior to all the companies we interviewed. Peter has also provided the monthly maintenance of our gardens now for the past 4 years. **★★★★★ — salleebenjamin, Oct. 2013** > We have used Peter for several projects at two residences and have recommended him to several friends who have used his expertise as well. > Peter offers an amazing depth of knowledge and ability, taking into account the uniqueness of each property. His designs are thoughtful and delight the eye. He offers a tremendous value. ## Selected projects - [Lower Garden District Residential](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-garden-district-residential-pj-vj~367962) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [French Quarter Hotel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-quarter-hotel-pj-vj~359280) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [French Quarter Courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-quarter-courtyard-pj-vj~359209) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Private Residence in New Orleans](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-residence-in-new-orleans-pj-vj~18116) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Private gardens in New Orleans](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-gardens-in-new-orleans-pj-vj~18117) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/peter-raarup-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~687935615) ## Ideabooks - [peterraarup's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/659476/list/peterraarup-s-ideas) — 13 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/peterraarup) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is the tree in the front garden of the house with the wrought iro** *(in Photo Questions)* Two story house white peter raap design A: The tree is a Quercus falcata (red oak) but what I originally specified was a Liriodendron tulipifera (Tulip Tree) I guess the contractor who did the installation either couldn't find a suitable tulip tree, or the client decided on the oak? Tulip tree would have been better, and more interesting **Q: Pool Dimensions** *(in Photo Questions)* What are the dimensions of this pool? A: The pool is 42' x 32' **Q: Planter** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can these planters be purchased? A: the custom boxes you pictured were in two different sizes:Aluminum Framed Planter Boxes with stainless steel inserts, powder coated satin black L 4'-8" x W 1' - 8" x H 1' - 8" @ $3500.00 each L 6'-8" x W 1'-8" x H 1'-8" @ 4,500.00 each **Q: Pool Contractor** *(in Photo Questions)* Did Reed Richardson do the pool? I'm in the Garden District and this is spot on what we are looking for. Gorgeous. A: I did the design for the entire landscape of this property, including the pool, but i did not do the installation in this particular case. **Q: Pavers** *(in Photo Questions)* Where do you get patio pavers. Thanks A: When you go to your brick supplier ask them for an appropriate brick for the type of use and traffic you expect to have. Obviously you don't want a very soft one. **Q: Is that boxwood used as the border?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: yes, it is Japanese boxwood, which I generally prefer to keep no more than 12" high and 10" wide, for this sort of application. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-12.*