--- title: "Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/charles-todd-helton-architect-inc-san-antonio-pfvwus-pf~1102324767 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1102324767.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/79a3931a0cd1855f_5774-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "5003 Walzem Road, Suite 442, San Antonio, Texas 78218, United States" latitude: 29.4969 longitude: -98.4032 phone: "(281) 528-8181" website: http://www.charlestoddhelton.com rating: 0 review_count: 0 followers: 15 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio Original Houzz profile: [Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/charles-todd-helton-architect-inc-san-antonio-pfvwus-pf~1102324767) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** San Antonio, TX - **Serves:** San Antonio, Schertz, Converse, Universal City, Live Oak, Leon Valley, Selma, Jbsa Lackland, Lackland Air Force Base, Kirby, Alamo Heights, Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, Windcrest, Terrell Hills, Garden Ridge, Castle Hills, Shavano Park, Hollywood Park, Balcones Heights, Olmos Park, China Grove, Von Ormy, Hill Country Village, Jbsa Randolph, Adkins - **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - 250 Ideabook Saves Charles Todd Helton, Architect, graduated with a bachelor of Architecture from the University of Houston in 1999 - Cum Laude. He opened his own Architectural practice in 2003, and has been helping people ever since. We specialize in residential Architecture, and we also take on commercial projects when approached to do so. Mr. Helton is a registered Architect in the state of Texas and a member of the following organizations: The American Institute of Architects (AIA), The Texas Society of Architects (TSA), and the Rice Design Alliance (RDA). We have 4 office locations: Houston Office 4115 Irish Ivy Ct, Spring, Texas 77386 281.528.8181 Austin Office 7421 Burnet Road, Suite 442 Austin, Texas 78757 281.528.8181 San Antonio Office 5003 Walzem Road, Suite 442 San Antonio, Texas 78218 281.528.8181 Dallas/Fort Worth Office 4447 North Central Expressway, Suite 110-298 Dallas, Texas 75205 281.528.8181 ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Design - Floor Plans - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Drafting - Handicap-Accessible Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Mudroom Design - Garage Design - Staircase Design - Laundry Room Design ### Areas Served - San Antonio - Schertz - Converse - Universal City - Live Oak - Leon Valley - Selma - Jbsa Lackland - Lackland Air Force Base - Kirby - Alamo Heights - Jbsa Ft Sam Houston - Windcrest - Terrell Hills - Garden Ridge - Castle Hills - Shavano Park - Hollywood Park - Balcones Heights - Olmos Park - China Grove - Von Ormy - Hill Country Village - Jbsa Randolph - Adkins ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 5 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio | | Address | 5003 Walzem Road, Suite 442, San Antonio, Texas 78218, United States | | Phone | (281) 528-8181 | | Website | http://www.charlestoddhelton.com | | License Number | 18019 | | Followers on Houzz | 15 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Charles-Todd-Helton-Architect-Inc-San-Antonio-Office-120815618498875/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/CTHelton?lang=en - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-helton-b1065313/ - Blog — http://www.charlestoddhelton.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. San Antonio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/charles-todd-helton-architect-inc-san-antonio-pfvwus-pf~1102324767) - **Website:** http://www.charlestoddhelton.com - **Phone:** (281) 528-8181 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - On the HGTV pilot episode, 'Build the View' - voted best Architecture firm Texas, Build magazine - featured on 2017 & 2011 Houston Modern Home Tour - winner of 2014 Houston House & Home kitchen remodeling contest - featured on 2013 Woodlands AIA Home Tour - winner 2019,2018,2014 & 2013 Best of Houzz **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA Austin \[American Institute of Architects\]](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-austin-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~630184005) - [AIA Houston](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-houston-pfvwus-pf~1544679345) - [AIA Dallas](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-dallas-pfvwus-pf~1133534482) - [AIA San Antonio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-san-antonio-pfvwus-pf~126916836) - [AIA Fort Worth](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-fort-worth-pfvwus-pf~1989453072) ## Selected projects - [234 South Fazio Way](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/234-south-fazio-way-pj-vj~6591842) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - Description: A 7,000 square foot, three story modern home, located on the Fazio golf course in Carlton Woods Creekside, in The Woodlands. It features wonderful views of the golf course and surrounding woods. A few of the main design focal points are the front stair tower that connects all three levels, the 'floating' roof elements around all sides of the house, the interior mezzanine opening that connects the first and second floors, the dual kitchen layout, and the front and back courtyards. - [Texas 'Hill Country' Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-hill-country-farmhouse-pj-vj~6303322) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - Description: This is a 2,500 square foot contemporary Farmhouse, located in the Texas Hill Country. This project entailed two parts; part one was the demolition and removal of the existing house, and replacing it with this new residence, and the second part was simply renovating the existing detached garage, to make it match the new home. The house sits on the high point of rolling acreage, and one of the keys to our design was to maximize the views in both the front and back of the house. - [Stalinski House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stalinski-house-pj-vj~5713758) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: I recently received photos of a project I helped with in Moscow, Russia. Looks like they are complete now, and are enjoying the updated interior space. These are the 'after' pictures of the renovated apartment space. Cool project and cool client - hope I can visit one day to see it in person!!! \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Jackson Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-jackson-residence-pj-vj~5712963) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 12 - Description: The Jackson residence program entailed adding a second story onto an existing garage, as well as building out second floor living space over the existing driveway. The new living space entails the following: a craft room, located over the garage, storage space, a large upstairs living space - complete with full bar, and a nice balcony - overlooking the front yard. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Saldanha Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-saldanha-residence-pj-vj~5712922) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 9 - Description: This is a 3,400 square foot stucco residence, designed with the Eastern-Indian Vedic design principles in mind. It is a compound plan, encompassing the house, garage and various courtyards. This home is located in Benders Landing Estates, Spring, Texas. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Nguyen Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-nguyen-residence-pj-vj~5712928) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 8 - Description: This was actually the second house that I designed after I started my own Architectural firm. I worked closely with the clients to create an open floor plan, that takes advantage of the 'left-over' lot that they purchased in The Woodlands. Designing a house with a unique lot was really a fun experience, as well as a challenge, and led to the cool "Y" shaped floor plan. The great room is one of the best spaces that I have ever designed, and love the feeling I still get when I step from the small… - [The Stratulate-Forotan Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-stratulate-forotan-residence-pj-vj~5713829) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 11 - Description: Located at 6008 Memorial, Houston, Texas. It is the transformation of a 2003 post-modern style residence, into an updated modern/contemporary home. The homeowners did not want to tear it down and start over, so it was up to us to bring it up to date. Key design elements are a total exterior facelift, opening up the interior public space, adding a new modern staircase and fireplace, total renovation of the kitchen area, adding a new awesome walk-in wine refrigerator, updating the master suite, an… - [Policello Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/policello-residence-pj-vj~5713811) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 17 - Description: A Mediterranean contemporary residence that I designed for clients building in Houston. We wanted to keep the interior light and open, and go with a more minimalist scheme. On the 2nd floor, we did an entire apartment setup, so someone can live there independently if needed. The main public spaces all open up to each other, making the interior feel even larger. The pool is covered with a large screened-in lanai. The homeowners are happy, so I am happy, and it looks great inside and out.Construct… - [Peponi Pine Lodge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peponi-pine-lodge-pj-vj~5713773) - Location: Conroe, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: It is a wide-spreading contemporary Texas Hill Country style 4,000 square foot, 1 story residence, located out in the country-side of east Texas, in Conroe. The key is maximizing the natural light and getting the best views of the surrounding forest. This house has awesome wide and deep porches around it to provide many places for relaxing out of the Texas sun. I love the crisp-white color of the exterior. This house is a masterpiece in the usage and design of cement fiber lapped siding - we too… - [The Milentz Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-milentz-residence-pj-vj~5713734) - Location: Liberty, TX - Photos: 8 - Description: The Milentz Residence, located in Liberty, Texas, is a 'Texas Hill Country' style house. It is around 3,500 square feet in size, is one story, and has a Texas limestone exterior. It has great views of the pecan trees and the surrounding countryside. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Vandanam Man Cave](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-vandanam-man-cave-pj-vj~5712958) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 12 - Description: This project was an addition to an existing residence, located in Bender's Landing Estates, in Spring, Texas. It entailed adding a 2 story addition to the left side of the house: a covered parking area, and an upstairs man-cave, as well as a new covered outdoor kitchen in the rear of the home. The owner told me it was a much needed escape, for a little bit of quite relaxation and solitude. One of my smaller projects, but I like how it came out - the key was blending it with the existing residenc… - [2714 Timberjack Place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2714-timberjack-place-pj-vj~5712952) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 5 - Description: Facelift and redesign of an existing 1975 residence, into a contemporary 'Craftsman' style residence. The house is located in the Woodlands, Texas, and is a great example of a total exterior (and interior) makeover. Thanks John & Stephanie for being great clients. Featured in Houston House & Home magazine, February 2016 article, 'Front Exterior Makeovers, How to keep you remodel simple and stunning'. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helto… - [The Morytko Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-morytko-renovation-pj-vj~5712949) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 6 - Description: The Morytko’s hired me to help them with their renovation/addition. Mainly we opened up the interior the house, living room to kitchen specifically. It came out quite well, I especially like the New England feel of the kitchen, which was the intent. Located in Bender's Landing, Spring, Texas. Published on Arthitectural.com, an online Architectural website, in November 2012. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Rice Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-rice-residence-pj-vj~5712945) - Location: Bellaire, TX - Photos: 9 - Description: This project is really two parts: a main house and a guest apartment/work shop, which is constructed in the city of Bellaire, Texas. The main house is a 5,000 square foot residence, and the guest apartment/work shop is comprised of an 1,100 square foot apartment above an 1,100 square foot work shop. This house is designed in a contemporary "Victorian" style, in which most of the excess decoration is stripped away. Published on Arthitectural.com, an online Architectural website, in September 2013… - [The LeBlanc-Cox Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-leblanc-cox-residence-pj-vj~5712943) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 16 - Description: The design was inspired by the home featured in the 1955 Alfred Hitchcock thriller, North by Northwest. It is a modern design with an overall "Frank Lloyd Wright" feel. Open spaces with high ceilings and large windows, the home backs up to the Hogg Bird Sanctuary and Bayou Bend. The pool is also custom designed to the slope of the property featuring two levels and three waterfalls. Located in Houston, Texas. Featured 'Dream Home' on the upcoming pilot episode of Tricon Films & Television's new s… - [The Ward Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-ward-residence-pj-vj~5712938) - Location: Murray, KY - Photos: 10 - Description: This residence is a true one-story colonial residence, with a raised foundation, and is 3,300 square feet. It is built in Murray, Kentucky. The large kitchen is the focal point of the open/public space, as requested by the owners - who both enjoy cooking. The open floor plan also lends itself to entertaining, with spacious/easy circulation. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Syal Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-syal-residence-pj-vj~5712934) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 16 - Description: Complete transformation of an existing 5,700 square foot house into a 11,000 square foot 'Bahamas style' residence, including a total facelift and stunning new kitchen design. Located on a lake on one of the many golf courses, in The Woodlands, Texas. Winner of Houston House & Home magazine's Kitchen Contest, December 2014. Published on Arthitectural.com, an online Architectural website, in October 2012. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd H… - [The McQuade Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-mcquade-residence-pj-vj~5712923) - Location: Spring, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: This is a 4,000 square foot "Texas Hill Country" style residence, located in Bender's Landing Estates, Spring, Texas. The house is designed to get the maximum views of the surrounding forest, and positioned to minimize the removal of trees. The owners are self proclaimed "outdoors" people, and we wanted to reflect that in the overall layout and design. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Sanden-Danielsson Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-sanden-danielsson-residence-pj-vj~5712920) - Location: Seabrook, TX - Photos: 5 - Description: This residence is built on the waterfront in Seabrook, Texas, and is designed to evoke the feel of a cruise liner. It is a four story, 7,000 square foot, modern, stucco house which emphasizes views of the bay. The upper floor of the house is an observatory deck, and each floor has its own exterior deck. \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. - [The Arnold Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-arnold-residence-pj-vj~5710714) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: This house has 3,400 square feet of air conditioned space, including: 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 3 car garage, awesome porches, and a great location in Houston, Texas. This is an all steel framed contemporary "Victorian-esque" style residence (all steel equals no rot or termite problems in the future). \*\*\*For more pictures/reviews/etc..., please visit my main Houzz page - search Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. [See all 26 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/charles-todd-helton-architect-inc-san-antonio-pfvwus-pf~1102324767) ## Community Q&A **Q: Really like the stone veneer** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of stack stone is it? and what is the name of this particular combination? thx A: Hello Sherin, Hope you are well. I know it was Coronado cultured stone, but I can't remember the actual name of the product. Check out Coronado's website. Good luck. **Q: What is the wall color, please. Love the millwork. What stain color?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello Cristy, I just saw this question. Sorry, I don't usually check my Houzz questions. To answer, I am not sure. The homeowners worked with an interior designer for the colors on this project. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*