The building was designed by architect James Wahrenberger for William Reuter in 1891. The four-story brick building with carved stone cornices is located on the corner of Crockett Street and Alamo Plaza. The first floor was operated by “Billy” Reuter as a very elegant Saloon and Ladies’ Parlor. The next two floors were offices, including those of the architect. The top floor was the lodge hall for the Knights of Pythias. Interior administered by the Texas Historical Commission. The Reuter Building today is owned by Mr. Harry Leeper.  The facade was given to the San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation by the building’s owner, Mr. Thomas Wright, in May, 1978, and was the first such gift accepted by the Foundation. It was restored with funds from the Foundation, the owner, and a matching grant from the U.S. Department of the Interior administered by the Texas Historical Commission. More Facade Properties