Simple Front Yard Gardening Ideas

12 Cool Ideas for Paving Your Yard

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People are spending too much time indoors these days. One way you can get outside more is by setting up a comfortable space in your yard that you and your guests can enjoy. There are plenty of ways that you can transform your outdoor space into an inviting oasis. One of them is to use pavers to create cool designs and add fun effects. Check out these cool ideas for paving your yard.

Classic Square Pavers

Go for a classic design with square paving stones. This look is chic and timeless, making it perfect for your backyard patio space. Be sure to pave a large enough area for your needs. You don't want your patio furniture to dwarf the patio and make it appear too small. However, you don't want to make it too large either. Leave some space for greenery or add some potted plants to keep the look more natural.

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Varying Rectangles

Create a relaxing patio space with simple rectangular paving stones. Because of their shape, they are easy to align and lay. If you want to change things up a bit, simply vary the size of the paving stones to add character.

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Circle Paving Stone Path

Create a whimsical path to follow with circular paving stones. Fill in around them with gravel or beauty bark. That's a great way to keep your paving price per square foot to a manageable level. Line the path with colorful flowers for the finishing touch. Voila. You have a beautiful backyard piece that will encourage your guests to go explore the sights that your garden has to offer.

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Herringbone Pattern

To create an interesting look, try installing pavers at different angles. There's no rule that says they have to go in perfectly straight. Go for a herringbone or criss cross pattern to add visual interest. You can do this for a walkway or for your entire patio. To save money on your project, you can sometimes find used paving bricks for sale. Spruce them up with a coat of pain and no one will ever know the difference.

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Add Some Potted Plants

Combining your pavers with greenery is the perfect way to add peace to your backyard oasis. Choose a neutral color for the pavers. Then set some potted plants along the way. Choose succulents if you want just a touch of low-lying greenery. Or opt for taller, more colorful blooms if you want to add that splash of color.

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Mosaic Design

If you really want to get fancy, try adding a design. You can either make it out of different colored pavers, create a mosaic or paint it on after laying the concrete. Put it in the middle of your patio and arrange your furniture around it to set it off. Or you can place it in a walkway as shown here. Just be sure to choose its location wisely so it doesn't look out of place. Put it in a bend or perhaps at a wide spot in the path with a bench in front of it.

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Two-Toned Design

Use two different colors to create interesting patterns for your walkway. This simple serpentine pattern is easy to lay and creates an interesting effect that draws the eye along the path. Go for the black and white contrast seen here, or pick your own colors. You can create tons of different effects by using bright colors or neutral shades.

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Rustic Two-Toned Design

Here's a more rustic example of using different colors to create a design. It doesn't have to be perfect, so it's easy to lay. It's irregularities are what adds to its charm. Follow the example shown here or create your own unique design. This is a great way to make cheap paving bricks look amazing.

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Paved Nook

What if you don't have a spacious backyard? You can still create a cozy little nook with pavers. Lay an area just big enough to set up a little bistro table. Now you have the perfect spot to relax and start your day with a lazy cup of coffee, enjoying your little piece of nature.

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Circle Pattern

Laying your pavers in a big circle is a great way to spruce up your design. Circle paving kits make this design easy to create. You can leave it as a simple circle as seen here. Or you can consider putting an important element at the center. Perhaps a large potted plant or an outdoor fireplace if you want to get more fancy.

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Rustic Pavers with Arbor

If you have a large, sunny garden you may want a place to stroll in the shade. Create a rustic walkway with thick, irregularly shaped pavers. Then, set up a rustic arbor to match. Try planting flowers that climb at the base of the arbor to add color and eventually provide more shade.

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Outdoor Living Space

Last but not least, you can even pave a space to create a full-on outdoor living space. Install a fireplace, add a grill and mini-kitchen area, and put up an umbrella for shade. Now you're ready to host intimate backyard BBQs with a handful of friends.