Growing up my dad used to take me to Oakleigh, formerly Camp Lore to swim in the pool and hang out with David Shelton and his kids Nina and Joe. Then on other weekends, they would all come up to Refugio Mountain and hang out with us as our dads gave one another advice on how to build their houses etc. Good times! Jeff is David's brother and both are creative forces in the Santa Barbara architecture and bocce ball scenes.
Jeff Shelton now has three books to help homeowners choose Small House Designs, Fire Safe Designs & Shelter Ideas. Jeff talks about new considerations including: build using non-combustible materials, permaculture practices, rainwater collection, shared resources, solar electricity and hot water and a neighborhood marketplace. Please contact Jeff for copies.
http://www.jeffsheltonarchitect.com/
