Can they leave a gap of dirt between the walk and the driveway? You could plant groundcover to disguise the step. Chamomile, Creeping Thyme, Needlepoint Ivy are some that can be heavily pruned and are hardy.

I don’t think that’s an option because it would decrease the parking area (width) of the driveway.

Just 3 or 4 inches.

Not sure that would look any better, but possibly. The concrete before had a small lip/ramp, but because these are pavers they aren’t able to replicate it. I know there has to be a way this is done that doesn’t involve such a large drop/tripping hazard.

Okay, I was wondering what was there before. So the two surfaces will meet up and be the same level at the curb?

At least some border plants would keep visitors within bounds of the walkway. Plant them on both sides of the walk.

Otherwise you could remove the walk and construct a new walk that does not abut the driveway.

Here is the before.

Oh good not a front walk. I see the old step was there anyway.

Can they remove the ledger board and re-create the sloped concrete? It looks the gap would be wide enough.

Ideally, but they said because they’re pavers they can’t.

there is, WAS a better way to do it, but it would require starting over.

easing the would be at the walkway AFTER the driveway pad was installed.

Looks like two separate teams installed here, one for the sidewalk/walk way and the other the driveway with no consideration for the difference in height.

Most city sidewalks with pavers accomodate for uneven pavement by easing up or down for elevation difference, (like crosswalks for handicap) was this a DIY or professional?

Unfortunately the company we used dropped the ball several times. They almost entirely finished the project and then ended up completely tearing it all up to start over. The initial elevation had the walkway like a ramp. It was essentially low to high and then went back down towards the gate allowing all water to flow towards the house. The new crew regraded and provided the “original” elevation for the path, but now we’re stuck with this new dilemma.

This is how the first crew did it. While it’s more aesthetic, the elevation of the path was incorrect.

If those hedges were trimmed way bcak you would have a nice walkway and a gap between the walk and driveway where some nice big rectangular planters could have been put to make the walkway feel like awalkway,

Ahhh that would have been a nice idea. The only issue is the planting area isn’t rectangular. It’s almost triangular in shape.

Well, the first installation certainly looked much better than when they redid it. Couldn't they just adjust the slope at the top near the house foundation?

No, I wish it were that simple. Somehow the original elevation all sloped towards the house. Even the driveway was wrong and when we had our first rain all the water went straight into the garage.

I would be very happy with @lisedv lovely border, and grateful that water no longer seeps into the garage.

You could have the path level with the driveway then add a step down at the corner of the garage. not a simple fix and would require some strong shoring of the left side

Could you fill the gap in with rocks? Maybe raise the dark brick edging on the side of the garage instead of using the garage tile. Both cases would create a visual break, so someone doesn't trip.

You can't leave that change in elevation. Looks like an accident waiting to happen and opens you up to liability.

A guest pulls up at night and doesn't notice the change in elevation. They might drive their left front wheel over the edge and cause the left wheel to "fall", making them panic and possibly damaging house and/or car.

Or the guest gets that left wheel right on the edge of the driveway and when they step out of the car they don't realize there is a drop and fall down, maybe breaking a bone.

Chispa, I couldn’t agree more and there has to be a better solution. The project manager is having the lead designer and his foreman come out next Friday to assess the situation. Hopefully they make it right.

I think I would focus on getting the driveway paved correctly for water flow. Perhaps the slope and walkway you might consider using a nice complimentary pea gravel installed for good drainage. Go much wider with the gravel to the end of the fencing post there so it's an open area for walking and what not. The black paver border just seems harsh to me since it's not that large of a walkway space, so I'd delete the black. If those are your shrubs on the left of walkway, they should be thinned out for a more open spacious appearance. I'm no pro but like to see outdoor elements look more natural/intended and subtly compliment the home. Hope you're able to come to a good solution with the folks you're working with.

Will suggest you find some narrow planters that can be placed on the edge of the upper paving.

The installers came up with a better option that is similar to when it was concrete. I’m way happier with this option.

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YES!! Thanks for the update and congrats...it's beautiful.