The Woodlands

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about The Woodlands

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Stratulate-Forotan Residence

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, and all of the bathrooms, completely redesigning of the 2nd floor spaces, and creating an awesome backyard outdoor area - with pool, kitchen, etc... It sits just down the street across from the LeBlanc-Cox residence, which was the feature home on the 1... More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

Peponi Pine Lodge

Peponi Pine Lodge is a 4,000 square foot, 1 story residence with 6 car garage, located out in the piney woods of east Texas. The key to the design was to maximizing the natural light into the heart of the interior, as well as frame the beautiful views of the surrounding forest. This house is a testament to what can be done with cement-fiber lapped siding. If you really take the time and come up with great details, this material can be as nice as natural stone. The almost all white color scheme gives this home a cathedral-like quality, which stands out against the browns and greens of the trees. I know the homeowners are as happy as I am with the finished product. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Arnold Residence

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), designed to resemble the Louisiana homes in which the owner grew up living in.  Love the color of the exterior. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Sanden-Danielsson Residence

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. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Walji-Raissian Residence

A 3,800 square foot, 4 story modern home. Cool project and clients!  The key was to work around the 3 existing large trees, and still be able to get all of the spaces in the program. We also have awesome views from all levels, the best are from the 4th floor terrace - looking towards downtown Houston and to Transco Tower.  This house is featured on the 2019 Houston Modern Home Tour and published in September 2019's issue of Houston House and Home magazine. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Ward Residence

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. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Nguyen Residence

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 foyer out into the grand space.   Located in The Woodlands, Texas.Featured on the 2013 Woodlands AIA Home Tour. Published on Arthitectural.com, an online Architectural website, in January 2013. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

2714 Timberjack Place

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'. More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Syal Residence

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.  More

Project • By Charles Todd Helton Architect, Inc. • Private Houses

The Helton Residence

Here are a few photos of the great room in my house. I designed it 14 years ago, and it is located in the Bender's Landing subdivision, which is in Spring, Texas. Many of my clients like to see an example of an open floor plan, and my great room is a good example. It is a 600+ square foot room, that encompasses the living room, dining room, foyer, music room, and a little extra space in the middle. It is open to the kitchen/bar/breakfast area on one side, and to the hallway that leads to the bedrooms on the other. More