In this episode of Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast we interview Joe Raboine, VP of Design for Oldcastle APG, who shares his path from contractor to manufacturer and discusses Oldcastle’s “Live Well Outside” focus on designing outdoor spaces for daily health and wellness. We cover how outdoor living has shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a “need-to-have,” the rise of outdoor kitchens, micro-space design strategies, and modular prefab “Elements” kitchens and fireplaces that speed installation. Joe explains Oldcastle’s family of brands (including Belgard, Sakrete, Techniseal, PebbleTec, RDI Railings, and Catalyst Fence), the importance of coordinated color palettes, and trends like larger pavers, warmer tones, organic textures, and varied patterns. Sustainability topics include concrete recyclability, local sourcing, and permeable pavers for storm water management. Joe advises homeowners to start with a solid design, budget, and drainage plan.
00:00 Podcast Welcome
01:34 Meet Joe Reboyne
02:33 From Contractor to VP
06:00 Live Well Outside
10:00 Oldcastle Brand Family
12:35 Outdoor Living Is Essential
15:41 Color Cohesion Strategy
17:52 Modular Elements Fast Builds
24:24 Designing Micro Spaces
30:50 Micro Outdoor Spaces
31:36 Decks Meet Hardscape
33:02 Indoor Outdoor Transitions
36:36 Design Trends From Europe
41:39 Sustainability And Water
43:50 Permeable Pavers Explained
48:12 Belgard Product Overview
50:55 Modular Paver System
52:16 Homeowner Planning Advice
55:08 Rapid Fire Personal Q&A
58:20 Wrap Up And Contact Info
59:36 Podcast Mission Statement
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