Joe Raboine

Joe Raboine is vice president of design at Oldcastle APG.

Bring the indoors outside is a hot trend in 2023.

What’s Hot in Hardscapes: 2023 Design and Product Trends

Joe Raboine, vice president of Design, Oldcastle APG, lays out the top hardscaping and design trends of 2023.

There are many different options when it comes to pavers to create a unique outdoor space.

Pavers and Edgers: Exploring Options and Techniques

A look at paver and edger options and the best ways to install them.

Services that make landscapers more efficient can help them make their clients' backyards come alive.

Expanding Design Services to Provide End-to-End Solutions

How expanding services can help design-build companies improve their bottom line.

Vertical gardens add more visual interest to a space.

Microspaces: Designing for Clients with Smaller Lots

Check out these ideas for spicing up a smaller outdoor space with hardscapes and plant life.

Fire pits are a hot-ticket item for homeowners look to spruce up their outdoor space.

Mixing Hardscapes with Other Materials

Here are a few design ideas to inspire you and your clients as you create their dream outdoor living space.

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Prepping for Busy Season: The Right Tools for Jobsite Efficiency

With the weather warming up, homeowners are ready to start spending more time in their outdoor living spaces. For contractors and outdoor living professionals, this means their schedules are also about to heat up.

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Incorporating Biophilic, Entangled Design Concepts for a Cohesive Backyard

With the rise in entangled design and the need for increased functionality, it’s more important than ever for designers, contractors and their teams to look at the “big picture” of their projects and ensure designs are as cohesive as possible.

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Hardscape Design Trends and the Impact of Outdoor Living

Outdoor living has evolved significantly over the past two years, with homeowners now placing increased importance on their outdoor space.