The details behind
beautiful outdoor spaces.

What makes paving permeable?

Permeable interlocking concrete pavement is a complete system. Water passes through aggregate-filled joints into open-graded stone layers below, where it can be temporarily stored. Depending on the site and design, it then infiltrates into the soil or is carried away through drainage.

Conventional pavers are not automatically permeable. The joint material, bedding, base and drainage arrangement must work together.

Start with the property

Soil conditions, slope, groundwater and the way the area will be used influence the right approach. A vehicle driveway has different demands from a garden path. Planning those details early helps the paving fit both the landscape and the job it needs to do.

Plan for ongoing care

Sediment can collect in the joints over time. Appropriate cleaning and maintenance help keep water moving through the surface. Keep loose soil and landscaping debris away from the paving, and include maintenance in the conversation before installation.

Considering a custom installation? Bring us your ideas and site photos. We can discuss paving options, the layout and the next steps for assessing your property.

Technical background: CMHA — Permeable pavement construction · CMHA — Maintenance guide

Photo shows a paving project from our gallery; it does not identify the drainage system beneath the surface.

Let the material set the tone

Natural stone offers a less uniform, more grounded aesthetic. Larger rocks create a bold, substantial presence; smaller pieces can give a wall a finer texture. Colour and shape should connect with the home, nearby paving and the surrounding landscape.

Think beyond a single wall

A wall is part of a wider composition. Its lines can frame stairs, shape planting beds or define an outdoor room. Terraces and changes in height give the eye places to pause, while thoughtful transitions make the space feel connected.

Balance stone with planting

Planting softens the edges and brings seasonal colour against the rock. A restrained mix of materials often feels more deliberate than several competing finishes. Consider how the wall will look from the patio, the windows and the approach to the property.

Walls that retain soil need site-specific planning, appropriate drainage and engineering where required. The finished appearance and the structural approach should be considered together.

Our custom installations bring paving, walls, steps and landscape features into one coherent outdoor space. Start with the feel you want, and we will help shape the conversation around your property.