HELT Happenings
ICSC@Carolina’s Conference
We’re looking forward to being in Charlotte for this year’s ICSC@CAROLINAS conference on March 30–31 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Our team will be at Booth 931 connecting with developers, brokers, and brands to talk about what’s next in retail and...
Balancing proforma with placemaking
Leasable square footage, parking counts, construction costs, and revenue projections all shape the early decisions that determine whether a project moves forward. Those numbers matter. But the most successful developments do something else well: they create places...
Excitement continues with belmont trolley
Excitement continues to build as we await Planning & Zoning comments on the proposed Belmont Trolley facility. Momentum is building; the path forward is clear. The project is envisioned as a phased approach, beginning with a steel pavilion structure designed to...
Some buildings do more than age — they connect generations of ideas.
We couldn’t help but notice 9331 Providence Road — “The Bates Glass House” — back on the market in Charlotte. Some buildings do more than age — they connect generations of ideas. Designed circa 1960 by architect Charles Bates for his own family, the house reflects the...
A word from Helt principal, tim Johnston
“While visiting family in South Africa’s Western Cape, with massive brush fires burning just yards from town, I’ve been reminded how fragile our world is—climatically, geopolitically, and humanly. Against geologic time, our work is fleeting; against today’s realities,...
We’re Hiring!
Growing by Design: Join a Practice Shaping Community + Experience LEARN MORE: https://heltdesign.com/careersathelt/ At HELT Design Architecture Interiors, growth isn’t just measured in numbers — it’s reflected in the impact of the places we create and the people who...
Happy Holidays!
Our annual office family gathering was a chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate an incredible year at HELT Design. We’re proud of the dedication, creativity, and collaboration our team brought to every project in 2025, and we’re excited for what’s ahead. Wishing...
Belmont city hall proposed 2026 addition
This holiday season brings a moment to appreciate where we’ve been—and to look forward with optimism. The historic Belmont City Hall remains a cornerstone of our community, and the proposed 2026 addition reflects our shared commitment to thoughtful growth. At HELT...
Happy holidays from HELT Design
The day after Thanksgiving, and we're still grateful. For the communities we serve, the partnerships we build, and the spaces that bring people together. From all of us at HELT Design, wishing you a joyous holiday season and a happy New Year. *If you are interested in...
Waterbean Coffee Exquisite – Business After Hours Event
The other night, we joined the Gaston Business Association for Business After Hours: Belmont Specialty Foods at Waterbean Coffee Exquisite. It was good to see the space filled with people from the community, experiencing firsthand what we worked to help create. The...
Victory & Winget Mill Reimagined
The Victory & Winget Mill buildings in Gastonia, NC, are diamonds in the rough, beginning to show signs of new life. HELT Design is thrilled to partner with the new ownership of this historic property to imagine what future spaces could become. These designs show...
Growing by Design: Join a Practice Shaping Community + Experience
LEARN MORE: CAREERS At HELT Design Architecture Interiors, growth isn’t just measured in numbers — it’s reflected in the impact of the places we create and the people who create them. Our studio continues to expand with exciting work across a diverse portfolio —...
HELT Design Attends ICSC @SouthEast
ICSC @Southeast, Atlanta was a hit! Raleigh Cline and Ben Woods of the HELT Design team had a great time at the 2025 ICSC SE Conference in Atlanta. We enjoyed catching up with longtime retailer clients and making new tenant and developer connections. We look forward...
waterbean coffee’s new gastonia location is now open
We're excited to share that Waterbean Coffee’s new Gastonia location is now open. This project transformed an existing metal building into a modern coffee shop while keeping the character of the original space. The high ceilings, natural light, and open layout create...
HELT DESIGN Attending icsc @ Southeast
Raleigh Cline and Ben Woods of HELT Design are excited to connect with industry colleagues—both familiar faces and new contacts—at ICSC @ SouthEast in Atlanta, October 15–16. With over 50 years of national experience in prototype retail design, HELT Design...
HELT Design
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Belmont, NC 28012
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Modern Architecture and Interior Design Services
Licensed in 46 States
HELT Design is a full-service, architecture and interior design firm with core capabilities throughout commercial, industrial, retail, restaurant, adaptive reuse, multi-family, and modern minimalist residential design.
Founded in 1969, the firm has displayed a long track record of sustained success serving clients nationwide with LEED accredited professionals and licensure in 46 states.