The Phoenix Commotion

04/03/2026

Dan Phillips’ book is going to be available this month, it is currently available for Pre-Order, go to https://www.tamupress.com/book/9781648433719/choreographing-a-house/ and check it out. If you knew Dan, be sure to get it on this.

If you didn’t know him, we highly recommend listening to his TedX Talk https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_phillips_creative_houses_from_reclaimed_stuff?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Many thanks to the team that made this happen including Robert Maninger, Ian Phillips, Phoebe Phillips Bower, Frank Fair, Edie Wells and all at .

12/13/2025

We are beyond excited to announce a project we have spent several years developing. Dan Phillips’ book is available for Pre-Order, go to https://www.tamupress.com/book/9781648433719/choreographing-a-house/ and check it out. If you knew Dan, be sure to get it on this.

If you didn’t know him, we highly recommend listening to his TedX Talk https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_phillips_creative_houses_from_reclaimed_stuff?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Many thanks to the team that made this happen including Robert Maninger, Ian Phillips, Phoebe Phillips Bower, Frank Fair, Edie Wells and all at .

12/03/2024

We’re sad to let you know of the passing of Marsha Phillips, the wife of Dan Phillips and brilliant other half of the Phoenix Commotion. She will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held this Sunday, Dec 8th, at Saint Stephens Episcopal Church in Huntsville, TX.

Marsha Phillips passed away. This is the full obituary where you can express condolences and share memories. Published in the The Huntsville Item on 2024-11-26.

01/30/2022

A memorial service celebrating the life of Dan Phillips will be held on Sunday, January 30, at 2:00 pm in The Raven Lodge at Huntsville State Park.

All are welcome to attend.

01/19/2022

Thank you Texas Highways for a wonderful article remembering Dan Phillips.

Dan Phillips, the Texas home builder and artist of the reclaimed and unwanted, passed away after a long fight with cancer on Dec. 21.

12/31/2021

Beautifully written for a remarkable life. ❤️

Daniel Phillips passed away 2021-12-21 in Huntsville, Texas. This is the full obituary story where you can express condolences and share memories. Services by Waller-Thornton Funeral Home.

12/24/2021

Dan was very honored to receive this award from SHSU. We can't think of anyone more deserving.

The Sam Houston State University College of Arts & Media has named Dan Phillips as the recipient of the 2021 Legacy Award in celebration of his career accomplishments and commitment to a life of service in support of SHSU.

12/23/2021

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Dan Phillips on Tuesday, December 21 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dan lived a wildly fabulous life that touched countless friends across the world. He will be deeply missed.

Check back here for details on the upcoming memorial service. All are welcome to attend.

01/19/2021

The Phoenix Commotion inspiring folks in Malaysia. Thanks to The Edge magazine for this great article.

For most people, things such as licence plates, used lumber, bottle caps and shards of ceramic tiles and mirrors are trash. For Dan Phillips, however, founder of a for-profit construction company known as Phoenix Commotion in Huntsville, Texas, these items are treasures and can be used as constructi...

08/08/2020

Thanks for the shoutout Click2Houston!

If you find yourself in Hunstville, Texas, you may come across some interesting homes.