Patios, Paths & Paving

Nelson/Tasman

Tired of pooling water, sinking pavers, or muddy tracks?

Need a sturdy set of steps or a new patio for entertaining or a spa?

Landscape Transformers builds durable patios, paving, and paths for all budgets and sizes. We install premium pavers, poured concrete, and custom stepping stones, alongside sturdy steps using timber, sleepers, or rock slabs. We can finish the look with brick, timber, or natural rock edging.

We focus on the unseen details—proper ground preparation, exact levelling, and smart drainage. That’s what ensures your surface still looks great for decades.

For expert patio installation and reliable paving in Nelson/Tasman, we deliver beautiful, long-lasting results.

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A modern backyard pathway with beige concrete stones, black gravel borders, and a row of white flowering bushes on the right side. A black wooden fence runs along the right, and a dark house with windows and a metal roof is on the left. A patio umbre

A small pathway with square black pavers, bordered by small pebbles and wooden edging, leading to a yard with two young trees and a wood fence on the right. The left side has a white wall with a window, and in the background, rooftops of neighboring

Outdoor staircase with wooden steps and gravel pathway, lined with rocks and plants, against a hillside with trees and shrubs under a clear blue sky.

Construction of a landscaped garden with large rocks and plants on a hillside overlooking a residential area and a body of water. A mini excavator and worker are present.

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FAQs

Can I DIY my own paving or patio?

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While laying pavers might seem straightforward, achieving a flat, long-lasting surface requires professional ground preparation. The biggest mistake in DIY paving is skipping sub-base installation. A paved surface is only as stable as what lies beneath it—without a compacted crushed-aggregate sub-base (GAP20), bedding sand, concrete, and a subtle slope for water drainage. DIY patios quickly sink, trap standing water, and sprout weeds. Professional installation ensures your patio stays level, drains correctly, and holds up against heavy foot traffic for decades.

What decorative gravels do you commonly use?

2

We source a wide variety of local South Island stones to suit both traditional and modern garden themes. Our most common are;

Appleby Rounds

Gold Chip

Salt & Pepper

Limestone Chunk

What options make paving or steps stand out as a main feature?

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You can turn paving into a feature by using custom concrete finishes, bold shapes, or contrasting textures. Popular options include spacing custom concrete pads or round steppers within grass, artificial grass, surrounded by ground cover or decorative stone, opting for cantilevered "floating" slabs, or building steps with Macrocarpa timber risers filled with custom stone or exposed aggregate treads..

What types of bark and mulch do you use in Nelson/Tasman garden beds?

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We source quality local barks and mulches that retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and complete the look of your paved or gravel borders:

Natural Brown Bark: A rich, classic brown pine bark chip. It provides an organic, natural aesthetic that complements timber decks, natural stone, and native plantings while decomposing slowly over time to nourish the soil.
Black Mulch / Black Bark: A dyed, high-contrast dark bark that creates a sleek, contemporary backdrop. The deep black colour makes bright green foliage, silver tussocks, and light-coloured stone paving pop with visual impact.

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A modern house with a black metal roof and large glass sliding doors. A wooden fence surrounds the backyard area, which features a pathway with stone slabs and some greenery. The sky is clear and sunny.

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