Hardscaping & Paving
The hardscape is the bone structure of a garden. Get it wrong and everything after it compensates; get it right and the softer elements have room to breathe.
About this service
From concrete, gravel and paver driveways to riverstone edges, stone pathways and decorative rock features, our hardscaping is specified for the site it's going into. We build retaining walls in timber, stone and concrete that manage erosion and level change without looking like an afterthought — a discipline we're known for across Franklin's sloped sections.
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What it includes
- •Driveways — concrete, gravel, paver
- •Patios & courtyards
- •Pathways in stone, pavers, gravel or timber
- •Retaining walls — timber, stone, concrete
- •Decorative rock & riverstone
Common questions about hardscaping & paving.
- What's the best material for an Auckland driveway?
- It depends on the site and the use. Exposed-aggregate concrete handles weight and weather best for long, sloped driveways; permeable paving suits flatter sites or council stormwater requirements; gravel works well for rural entries with a longer approach. We specify the right one after seeing the site.
- Do you build retaining walls on sloped sections?
- Yes — sloped sections are most of what we do across Franklin. We design retaining walls in timber, stone and concrete sized to the load, with proper drainage behind, so they perform for decades rather than just look right on day one.
- Can you match an existing patio or paver style?
- Usually, yes. We source from the major NZ paver suppliers and can specify a close match for an existing patio, including transitions where two materials meet.
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