Started out as a simple coarse concrete path, functional but lacking character. This was the blank canvas that set the stage for a complete transformation at the front entrance.
Canterbury Entrance Path
Canterbury
With demolition underway, the existing concrete was broken up using jackhammers and removed to make way for a new, purpose-built base. This step is essential to ensure the new stonework sits on a stable foundation.
The jackhammering continued to fully clear the area and reach the correct depth. Removing all of the old material allows proper preparation and prevents future movement or cracking.
Due to the weather, progress paused under a temporary pergola while we compared layouts and checked levels. Taking the time here ensures accuracy before any stone is permanently laid.
Laying began with the bluestone pavers, carefully spaced using tile spacers to keep the herringbone pattern consistent and clean. Precision at this stage is what gives the finished path its sharp, professional look.
Next, the imported bluestone pitcher border was set along the outside edge. This border frames the pathway, locks everything in place, and adds a strong visual contrast to the herringbone pattern.
With the edges secured, the centre of the path was laid out and completed. Each 600mm x 300mm paver was positioned to maintain alignment and flow all the way up to the staircase.
Grouting ties the entire path together, filling the joints and locking the pavers into place. This final construction step adds strength, durability, and a polished finish.
From the left-hand side, the pathway leads cleanly toward the stairs, showcasing the crisp lines of the herringbone pattern and the solid bluestone border.
Viewed from the right, the symmetry of the entrance really comes through, guiding the eye naturally toward the front door and wide staircase.
Straight on, the transformation is clear. What was once a basic concrete path is now a striking bluestone entrance that elevates the entire facade.
From above, the herringbone layout truly shines. We loved the finish on this one — a bluestone herringbone pathway with an imported bluestone pitcher border, made possible thanks to @canterburystone. If you or anyone you know is after high-quality landscaping, feel free to send us a DM.
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