Do Better. Build Better. Make the World Better.

At UnitiWall, we believe construction should be faster, smarter and more sustainable. Every panel we create is designed to redefine how buildings are made and answer the global call on climate action.

Who We Are

UnitiWall was founded to solve the challenges that have held the construction industry back for decades. Despite new building codes and technologies, traditional methods of assembling large structures haven’t evolved enough to meet today’s sustainability and efficiency mandates.
With over 30 years of combined experience in prefabrication, our founders, John Sopta and Joe Aprile, set out to revolutionize construction. Every layer of our wall panels is a solution to a problem — designed to reduce carbon footprints, streamline construction, and deliver unmatched performance.

Our Story

1997

Joe Aprile began his career working on one of the first successful teams to develop prefabricated cold-formed steel wall panels, floor, and roof truss systems. His work laid the foundation for modular construction innovation licensed for use throughout the world.

2013

John Sopta joined SLB Prefab, a Canadian leader in cold-formed steel building systems, where he met Joe. Together, they identified inefficiencies and sustainability challenges in traditional construction, recognizing an opportunity to revolutionize the mid-rise building construction industry.

2015

John and Joe co-founded Skyrise Prefab, bringing the STO Panel Technology to Canada. They led the market with architecturally finished modular wall panels that eliminate traditional building challenges like scaffolding and brick laying.

2020

After growing Skyrise into a market leader with a 60,000-square-foot facility and 70 employees, John and Joe sold the company to STO AG (Germany). Setting our sights on something even greater, building on their expertise in modular wall panel prefabrication.

2021

UnitiWall was born — an innovative product shaped by decades of experience. In response to the growing complexity of modern construction, UnitiWall introduced a high-performance, thermally broken, 100% non-combustible prefabricated wall system designed for both new builds and retrofits.

Present

UnitiWall is leading transformative projects shaping the future of modular, sustainable construction. From the University of Toronto’s Academic Wood Tower, the Weenabayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Redevelopment, and PostLofts Condos, our projects represent the future of sustainable, modular construction. With more to come—see our Projects Page for updates.

Our Leadership Team

UnitiWall’s leadership team brings together decades of expertise and a shared commitment to redefining construction.

In 2013, John joined SLB Prefab, where he successfully drove growth by communicating the value of innovative prefabricated building systems. There, he met Joe Aprile, and together, they co-founded Skyrise Prefab in 2015, introducing the STO Panel system to Canada and transforming it into a market leader. In 2021, John and Joe launched UnitiWall, combining their expertise to revolutionize the modular panel industry and advance sustainable construction.

Since 1997, Joe Aprile has been a leader in the development and manufacturing of prefabricated modular wall panels. Starting his career as part of one of the first teams to successfully design and implement prefabricated, cold-formed steel systems, Joe has advanced the technology for applications ranging from single-family homes to complex retrofits and skyscrapers. At UnitiWall, he drives innovation in unitized building envelope panels to meet modern construction needs.

As a certified public accountant (CPA), Vasily brings extensive financial leadership experience across multiple industries to UnitiWall. His career includes managing multimillion-dollar budgets, driving operational excellence, and guiding strategic business decisions. At UnitiWall, Vasily oversees finance, human resources, and project estimation while leading cross-departmental initiatives to support the company’s strategic growth.

With over 30 years of experience in the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries, Derek Clarke specializes in prefabricated wall systems for low- to high-rise buildings. As a professional engineer and chartered professional accountant, Derek oversees project management, manufacturing, and construction at UnitiWall. His portfolio includes 16 building projects across Canada, including a 28-storey high-rise condominium in the GTA, showcasing his ability to deliver high-performance, client-centred solutions.

Deborah Byrne is a transformative leader with a passion for creating better, cleaner, and healthier buildings through sustainable design. With roots in construction management and the Passive House movement, Deborah brings a collaborative approach to integrating design and construction. At UnitiWall, she is developing advanced wall systems to reduce energy demand, minimize environmental impact, and set new standards for quality and performance in prefab construction.

Our Mission

To build better. At UnitiWall, we’re rethinking construction to deliver innovative prefabricated wall systems that solve real-world challenges. By focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and performance, we help builders create faster, smarter, and more resilient structures.

Our Vision

To make the world better. We see a future where sustainable building practices aren’t just an option — they’re the standard. Through continuous innovation and problem-solving, we’re working to create a lasting impact on the construction industry and the environment.

Our Approach

Better isn’t just what we do — it’s how we do it. At UnitiWall, we:

Solve multiple challenges with every layer of our panels, combining durability, energy efficiency, and design flexibility.

Push the limits of existing technologies to deliver maximum efficiency and performance.

Empower the construction industry with a smarter, more sustainable way to construct buildings, meeting today’s demands while preparing for tomorrow.

Every aspect of our process — from design assistance, manufacturing, delivery and installation — reflects our relentless drive to do and be better. For us, it’s not about asking “How?” but answering “Why?” with a clear purpose: to build a better world.