The Treehouse at Solterra Texas isn’t just a playground. It’s a 2025 McSam Award winner, a central gathering spot for families, and now, featured in a discussion on Build Up: The Homebuilder Podcast. In the episode “Building What Matters: How Amenities Are Shaping the Future of Community,” hosts Jordan Mair and Salina Halabi talk with Phillip Huffines, owner of Huffines Communities, about how thoughtful amenities like Solterra’s treehouse are shaping modern community living.
Listen to the Episode
In this 41-minute episode, hosts Jordan Mair and Salina Halabi sit down with Phillip Huffines, owner of Huffines Communities, to explore how thoughtful amenities are changing the way we think about community living. The conversation covers what makes certain amenities more than just features on a site map, with Solterra’s award-winning treehouse serving as one example of how spaces become the heart of neighborhood life.
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Why This Matters
In 2025, the Solterra treehouse earned the Best New Amenity award from the McSam Awards, presented by the Dallas Builders Association. The recognition reflects what residents already know: this isn’t your typical community amenity.
The treehouse serves as more than a place for kids to play. It’s where neighbors meet, where families gather on weekend afternoons, and where the community comes together. The podcast discussion touches on how innovative features like the treehouse create natural gathering spots that foster genuine connections among residents.
