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The Hotel Investor PlaybookThe $600K Treehouse Earning $200K a Year | Dustin Feider E79In this episode, you'll discover how a single ultra-niche lodging unit can outperform a full hotel on cash-on-cash returns and what that signals for boutique investors paying attention.A treehouse designer whose work has been featured in the New York Times, Architectural Digest, and HGTV joins us to break down the real numbers behind experiential lodging. Dustin Fighter has spent two decades building one-of-a-kind suspended structures, and his original pine cone treehouse, 60 feet in the air and $600K to build, is now generating over $200K per year at $850/night.In this episode, you'll discover:...
2026-04-2938 min
Everyday ExcellenceArchitecture in the Trees: Entrepreneurship and Innovation with Dustin FiderIn this episode of Everyday Excellence, host Todd Baldwin interviews Dustin Feider, founder and owner of O2 Treehouse, a company known for designing and building custom luxury treehouses that reconnect people with nature. Dustin shares the story behind starting O2 Treehouse, from building his first prototype treehouse after studying furniture design to growing the company into a team of designers, engineers, and builders creating unique architectural structures in the trees. He discusses the importance of balancing creativity with business strategy, building a strong team culture, and learning to fail forward through constant iteration. The conversation also explores how experiential...
2026-03-1544 min
PrintingCenterUSA PodcastInside The Ink with O2TreehouseInside the Ink is the rebranded podcast formerly known as Behind The Print. Same mission, same stories, now with a refreshed focus on creativity, print, and real-world impact.In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Frieder, founder and owner of O2 Treehouse, a business dedicated to designing and building custom treehouses that inspire imagination, adventure, and connection with nature. Dustin shares how creativity, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design have helped families and communities turn outdoor spaces into unforgettable experiences.His story highlights how print materials, branding, and visual storytelling can support growing businesses, build trust...
2026-02-2610 min
Radical Hospitality ShowElevated Treehouse Hospitality with Dustin FeiderIn this episode of the Radical Hospitality Podcast, Zeke Freeman sits down with Dustin Feider, founder of O2 Treehouse, to explore how elevated design, sustainability, and hospitality intersect—literally—in the trees. From geodesic spheres suspended 40+ feet in the air to modular treehouse villages designed for scalable hospitality, Dustin shares how his childhood inspiration evolved into a globally recognized design-build studio.They unpack the engineering challenges of building on living, moving structures, the economics of unique stays, and how immersive, nature-forward hospitality can outperform traditional square-foot thinking. Whether you’re developing boutique hotels, glamping resorts, or experiential real e...
2026-02-1949 min
High-End Fellas PodcastBuilding the Ultimate Backyard: High-End Treehouses That Feel Like a Resort - EP 22Host Dan Green welcomes Dustin, a designer and builder redefining experiential architecture through treehouses, hospitality projects, and modular structures rooted in nature.This episode explores the craftsmanship, engineering, and philosophy behind Tree Walkers — from large-scale hospitality developments to intimate residential retreats. Dustin shares how these structures become places of memory, wellness, and escape, and why human experiences in nature are becoming more valuable than ever.🎧 Host: Dan Green🎙 Guest: Dustin FeiderDustin Feider is the Founder and CEO of O2 Treehouse, a design-and-build firm renowned for its geodesic, sustainable treehouses. Dustin built hi...
2026-02-1447 min
Key to the City of AngelsExploring Luxury Treehouse Design and Construction Innovations - EP 48🚀 In this episode of The Key to the City of Angels, host Rick Albert sits down with Dustin Feider, founder of O2 Treehouse, to explore the world of high-end custom treehouses. Dustin shares how his background in furniture design and sustainability led him to create sculptural, fully livable treehouses—from backyard builds for families to large-scale hospitality and glamping projects. They dive into construction costs, permits, sustainability challenges, tree safety, hospitality trends, Airbnb experiences, and the long-term vision of eco-tourism and modular treehouse communities around the world.🎧 Hosted by: Rick Albert👤 Guest:🏡 Dustin Feider – Founder & Creative Directo...
2026-01-1639 min
Glamping Americas Podcast26. The Magic of Treehouse Design: Crafting Elevated Experiences in NatureWhat makes a treehouse truly magical? In this episode, we dive into the art and science of treehouse design, exploring the essential, non-negotiable elements that bring these elevated escapes to life. From structural integrity and material selection to artistic vision and site-specific planning, we uncover the intricate balance between nature, creativity, and guest experience. We also discuss how glamping continues to reshape the hospitality landscape, attracting major players while maintaining its deeply personal and immersive charm. Whether you're a landowner, designer, or simply an admirer of innovative outdoor spaces, this conversation will spark your imagination and redefine...
2025-03-0148 min
Future OptimistEp. 78 - Dustin Feider: Making Treehouses for a LivingDustin Feider is one of those rare individuals who makes work that will blow you away. He’s a professional artist who took a highly unusual, earth-forward twist. He put years of design experience into the work of creating out-of-this-world, custom tree-houses. These aren’t your average tree-houses. They look like a cross between Apple’s vision of the future and Avatar—these things are freaking incredible. Not only that, he’s actually joining me on the call today from one of his incredible creations. Discover how he made a career out of his remarkable passion. Watch this episo...
2022-05-1344 min