Square pavers surrounded by tumbled black river stones or jagged lava rock look modern, while irregularly shaped stepping stones encircled with multicolored rocks mimic a stream bed.

Pavers that are at least 12 by 12 inches are ideal to give you enough space to step on them without taking up too much of your yard. Go bigger with pavers up to 24 inches if you have more space.

The pavers will be placed perpendicular to the walkway. The concept is simple, but to make it look good with little maintenance, the initial installation is tiring, backbreaking work.