Who We Are
TAPAL Building Products began with a simple belief:
building materials should inspire, not limit, great design.
What started as a shared vision has grown into a trusted partner for architects, designers, and builders who care deeply about how things are made, and how they feel once they’re built. We exist at the intersection of performance, sustainability, and aesthetics, helping turn ideas into spaces that stand the test of time.
Our Story
We founded TAPAL because we saw a gap in the industry.
Too often, beautiful design came at the expense of durability. Or sustainable choices meant sacrificing style. Or great products were paired with transactional service that left teams feeling unsupported.
We knew it could be better.
TAPAL was created to bring together thoughtfully sourced building products, progressive thinking, and real partnership, the kind that shows up early, listens carefully, and stays involved from concept through completion.
What We Believe
We work closely with the people behind every project - designers, builders, and partners - because good work comes from trust, clear communication, and showing up when it matters.
Relationships First
Every product we represent has a reason for being there. We believe materials should enhance architecture, not distract from it - offering flexibility, longevity, and confidence in every application.
Design with Purpose
Progress Over Trends
Innovation matters, but only when it solves real problems. We’re drawn to products that push boundaries in meaningful ways - improving performance, reducing environmental impact, and opening new possibilities for creative expression.
Building responsibly shouldn’t feel like a compromise. We prioritize materials and partners who take sustainability seriously - not as a marketing checkbox, but as a long-term commitment to smarter building practices.
Sustainability That’s Practical
Meet the Team
Tapal is built by people who care - deeply - about quality, collaboration, and the craft of building.
Our founders bring diverse experience and a shared mindset: stay curious, stay accountable, and never stop improving. That spirit carries through everything we do, from the products we represent to the way we support our partners.
We’re proud to be hands-on, approachable, and invested, because great outcomes come from genuine connection.
Paula Halat
Co-founder
Jessie Lapointe
Co-founder
Dean Pickering
Co-founder
Ali Halat
Co-founder
Where We’re Going
We’re continually evolving, expanding our product offerings, deepening industry relationships, and exploring new ways to support modern construction and design.
Whether you’re sketching early concepts or finalizing details on site, we’re here to help you build with confidence.
Let’s create something lasting - together.