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Minimaliste was founded in 2015 by co-owners Elyse and JP with the mission of democratizing the tiny house movement across North America. Based at 1537 Chemin Royal in Saint-Pierre on Île d'Orléans near Québec City, the company builds all homes in their controlled factory environment using SIP panel construction with industry-leading insulation (R43 floor, R25 walls, R57 roof). Their philosophy of "downsizing without downgrading" drives a co-creation process where each home is designed collaboratively with the client. Construction typically takes 5–8 weeks, with delivery available anywhere in Canada and the United States. Minimaliste's product line spans travel trailers, park models, modular homes, and ADUs — all engineered for four-season performance in climates ranging from -30°C to +30°C.
Minimaliste is one of North America's most respected tiny house builders, operating from their factory on Île d'Orléans near Québec City since 2015. With 200+ homes built and 10+ years of experience, they've earned a reputation for delivering travel trailers and park models that genuinely perform through harsh Canadian winters — a claim few competitors can match. Their SIP panel construction achieves exceptional insulation values (R43 floor, R25 walls, R57 roof), and their homes carry RVIA, NOAH, CSA, and NHTSA certifications for road-legal compliance across both countries. The product line spans 12+ models from compact 204 sq ft travel trailers to 400+ sq ft park models and modular homes, all featuring residential-grade tempered glass windows, steel exterior cladding, and Furrion appliances. Minimaliste's co-creation approach — where each home is designed collaboratively with the buyer — sets them apart from cookie-cutter RV manufacturers. With 107K Instagram followers and extensive press coverage from outlets like New Atlas and autoevolution, they've built significant brand recognition in the tiny house community. Financing is available through Liberty Bank. Minimaliste appeals to buyers seeking a factory-built home that bridges the gap between a travel trailer and a permanent residence, with genuine four-season capability and off-grid autonomy options.
Minimaliste offers models ranging from approximately $87,000 USD ($119,500 CAD) for the compact Nomad 24 travel trailer up to $175,000+ USD (~$240,000 CAD) for larger park model and modular configurations. Base pricing covers the home with standard inclusions — appliances, HVAC, insulation, and finishes. Optional upgrades like solar packages ($15,500–$22,500 CAD), water tanks, composting toilets, and washer/dryer combos are additional. Delivery costs vary by distance from their Québec City factory.
Construction of a Minimaliste tiny home typically takes 5 to 8 weeks once your project is booked on their production calendar. The timeline depends on the model's complexity, customization level, and material availability. Before construction begins, the process includes an initial consultation, model selection, and design approval. Total time from first contact to delivery is generally 3–6 months depending on current demand.
Minimaliste delivers across all Canadian provinces and to the contiguous United States. Homes are transported from their factory in Saint-Pierre, Québec (near Québec City). Delivery costs are not included in the base price and vary based on distance. Buyers in the western U.S. or western Canada should factor in higher transportation costs due to the distance from the factory.
Minimaliste homes carry multiple certifications for road-legal compliance in both Canada and the United States. These include RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association), NOAH (National Organization of Alternative Housing), CSA Z240RV (Canadian Standards Association for RVs), ANSI A119.5 (park model standards), NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), and CMVSS 7D1 (Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards). These certifications ensure their homes meet safety, structural, insulation, and systems compliance for legal towing and placement.
Yes. All Minimaliste models can be equipped with off-grid packages. Solar options include a Basic package (2x 440W bifacial panels + 200Ah lithium battery + 3000W inverter, providing 5.12 kWh capacity) and an Advanced package (4x 440W panels + 2x 200Ah batteries, providing 10.24 kWh capacity). Additional off-grid features include grey and black water holding tanks (36 gallons each), a 54-gallon freshwater tank, composting toilet (Separett Villa 12V), and propane systems for heating (30,000 BTU furnace) and cooking. The combination of superior insulation and efficient propane systems means the off-grid setup works year-round, even in extreme winter conditions.
