Each paving slab or paver is made of unadorned concrete, either precast or cast in place.

Theconcrete paveris usually rectangular and is sometimes square.

In other words, the material itself isn’t the draw.

Concrete paved to front entrance of modern home with desert plants in front

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Mulch glue needs to be reapplied about once a year.

True to the name, mulch glue works just as well for mulch.

Color-tinted precast concrete pavers provide an elevated walkway to the house.

Large Modern Concrete Pathway

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It’s even wheelchair-accessible.

It’s a startlingly brilliant way to pull these two disparate zones together.

This idea comes fromMile High Landscaping, LLC, a Denver-based landscaping company.

Elevated concrete pavers

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Cat Annie relaxes on the drought-resistant landscaping which edges the precast concrete paver walkway.

This paver-within-stone look, often accompanied by succulents, is a classic look.

Note, too, how Gonzalez staggers the pavers to avoid a rigid look.

Glossy Concrete Front Walkway Modern Style

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Smooth river stones are the perfect contrast with the rigid lines of the pavers.

It graces the front of a mid-century modern home and ensures the focus stays on the gorgeous architecture.

Any bang out of stepping stone walkway, whether natural or concrete, can be difficult to mow around.

Modern Concrete Walkway Partial Grass and Rock

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Astring trimmer or weed whackeris your best friend with this throw in of walkway.

The trimmer easily edges around the stepping stones.

Mulch surrounds the pavers.

Drought Resistant Modern Precast Concrete Walkway Design

Rebecca Gonzalez

Always lay pavers in sand.

But mulch works well as a border.

These pavers are so large that they would need to be cast in place.

Simple concrete walkway with grass

Maite Granda

Giant pavers are a permanent feature of the property.

Place the pavers in coarse paving sand for a solid fit.

Continue the pavers in a straight line or slightly stagger them for greater visual effect.

Large Concrete Pavers in Lawn

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Wide concrete pavers work with most modern or contemporary home styles.

Square Concrete Walkway Pavers

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Giant Concrete Walkway Pavers

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Wide Concrete Pavers at Modern House

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