Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, has acquired a controlling interest in Yardzen, the leading online landscape design and build platform. The addition of Yardzen enhances Oldcastle APG’s existing design capabilities and strengthens its commitment to utilizing innovative digital technologies that bring solutions together for customers to Live Well Outside.
“At Oldcastle APG, we are continually looking for ways to improve our customer experience and offer innovative solutions that connect a strong portfolio of outdoor living products,” said Tim Ortman, President, Oldcastle APG. “Having partnered with the company last year, we are excited for this next chapter with Yardzen, a fellow innovator and digital pioneer, as we look to expand our digital footprint and provide even more resources to designers, contractors and homeowners seeking premium outdoor living solutions.”
Founded in 2018 by Allison Messner and Adam Messner, Yardzen has pioneered a new approach to outdoor renovation through technology that simplifies the process for homeowners and contractors, alike. The revolutionary digital landscape design and build platform enables homeowners to learn more about their options and easily secure custom designs, augmenting Oldcastle APG’s suite of digital design solutions for decking, hardscapes, fencing, and more.
“This is an accelerator for our company’s growth, and we are excited to see what Yardzen’s future holds with Oldcastle APG,” said Allison Messner, who will continue to lead Yardzen as CEO. “We look forward to helping even more outdoor professionals and homeowners bring their visions to life.”
Facilitated by CRH’s venture capital unit, this investment is another key step in the Group’s strategy to leverage the latest digital technologies and provide a complete collection of outdoor living solutions and services to customers across North America.
To learn more about Oldcastle APG, visit oldcastleapg.com. For more information about Yardzen, please visit yardzen.com.
About CRH
CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE. For more information visit: www.crh.com.
About Yardzen
Founded in 2018, Yardzen is changing the landscape design and build process by delivering a fundamentally better experience to homeowners and contractors, alike. From the online studio to the field, clients are treated to a custom design firm experience that respects their time and aligns with their priorities, before being connected to a vetted pro who can bring the design to life. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2022. For more information, please visit yardzen.com
About Oldcastle APG
Oldcastl APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard and Echelon hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living and MoistureShield fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete and Amerimix packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials. For more information, visit oldcastleapg.com.
