The garden pathway is a must-have not only because it enriches the landscape and make the décor more beautiful but also for practical reasons. At its origin, the pathway was merely a means of traversing the garden without getting dirt on the shoes and without damaging the grass but it later became an important part of the landscape and designers have come up with all sorts of interesting ideas for how to make it stand out.
View in galleryThe pathway alone isn’t the only attraction here. The archway is also very attractive
There are numerous interesting designs for the garden pathway. They range from simple and modern to sophisticated and elegant. The pathway can be an extension of the design of the house or it can be a means to add texture and color to the garden. You can opt for all sorts of beautiful designs and ideas, for pathways that feature clean, geometric lines to pathways with delicate curves and combinations of materials.
View in galleryThe fluidity of the lines creates a very charming look in this caseView in galleryModern pathway designs don’t need to follow symmetrical linesView in galleryUse brick tiles to give your garden pathway a rustic and warm lookView in galleryOr use an accent color such as this light orange shade to make the décor cohesiveView in galleryFor a minimalist look, focus on clean, simple lines and shapes
A more unusual but equally interesting charming idea is to use bricks to create a garden pathway. They can be arranged in a herringbone pattern or in a variety of other ways, creating textured and patterned designs. Two or more colors can be combined to create a trim or to emphasize the shape of the pathway.
View in galleryTry a checkerboard pattern with grass patches for a fairy-tale-inspired lookView in galleryThe white gravel and minimalist walkway give the garden a zen lookView in gallerySometimes the pathway is there just for functional reasonsView in gallerySmooth, organic shapes and curves are always alluringView in galleryDon’t want the pathway to stand out? Don’t give it a defined shapeView in galleryDon’t forget about the pathway lighting. Sometimes this can turn into a focal pointView in galleryAdapt the design of the pathway to its size and locationView in galleryUse a combination of materials and colors if you prefer an eclectic lookView in galleryThe simplicity of this pathway is matched by its beautyView in galleryArrange the pavers, stone or tiles in patterns for a distinct lookView in galleryBuild a raised pathway if it runs through a pond of if the garden tends to get muddyView in galleryThe width of the pathway is dictated by a variety of details and is always customizableView in galleryOpt for a paver pathway with a simple design to draw attention to the vegetationView in galleryOr make it look mysterious by hiding the stones under fallen leavesView in galleryIf you have a sloped garden, arrange the stones into stepsView in galleryThe undulating lines of this pathway perfectly capture the landscape beyondView in galleryAdd moss to the pathway stones to make them look less artificial
Some designs feature a combination of stores/ tiles/ pavers and grass. This is a great opportunity to get creative and to come up with unique and distinct looks for the garden. For example, try a checkerboard pattern where you alternate square tiles and patches of green grass.
View in galleryCreate a small fence around the pathway using recycled bottles or jarsView in galleryThis little stone bench is a quirky feature for the garden pathwayView in galleryHere’s an idea: use wood slices instead of stones or paversView in galleryOr use bricks to give the pathway a rustic look if you like this styleView in galleryCreate a green archway above the pathway with vines and polesView in galleryAnother idea is to make a wood pathway using reclaimed boardsView in galleryOr perhaps a concrete pathway would suit a modern home betterView in galleryThe flowery archway definitely steals all the attention in this caseView in gallerySimilarly, the bright colors and landscape complement these steps beautifullyView in galleryHighlight the length of a pathway by arranging the pavers like thisView in galleryOr play with different patterns and mix and match things for a unique lookView in galleryAll the pieces fit perfectly together like in a puzzleView in galleryThe cute flowers are something you can add to your own gardenView in galleryThere are also numerous other designs and geometric shapes to exploreView in galleryFor contemporary gardens, cleaner and simpler designs are more suitableView in galleryHave fun recycling tires and using them in the gardenView in galleryOr repurpose wooden pallets for a similar purpose
Choose the style of the pathway, its design and the materials and colors you use depending on the ambiance you wish to create in the garden or yard. For example, if you want the space to look zen and relaxing, use small pebbles, clean lines and add a bit of Asian flair to the composition as well. But if you want something rustic and authentic, focus on organic shapes, natural materials and irregular details.
View in galleryBe symmetrical. This strategy usually suits traditional designs and architectureView in galleryThink on a small scale and include several features in one areaView in galleryThese round platforms look really cute, like mushrooms in a gardenView in galleryConnect multiple pathways to cover a large gardenView in galleryThis is a design you can create with recycles bottle capsView in galleryThe way the pathway runs through the trees is indeed whimsicalView in galleryDelineate the pathway using flower beds or fences, like a labyrinthView in galleryThere’s no need or a flashy pathway when you have a beautiful gardenView in galleryDirect the pathway strategically to the areas you use frequentlyView in galleryHere’s another stone pathway that runs through a pondView in galleryAdd a small bridge to make the landscape more interestingView in galleryThe colors, materials and shapes you use should reflect the style used throughoutView in galleryThere are always simpler ways to get the look you wantView in galleryPlace lanterns strategically where the pathway makes a turn
The pathways that have irregular stones in their structure with organic shapes are very charming. They emphasize the natural charm of the garden and go beautifully with the whole landscape. Of course, stone isn’t the only material you can use for a pathway. Wood can also be a nice option and, of course, ingenious choices that could include glass, sand and all sorts of other materials.