Spotlight Architect - Jeff Shelton

Santa Barbara local, Jeff Shelton is known for his whimsical and uniquely beautiful, Mediterranean-inspired buildings around town. A 1983 graduate of the College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture at the University of Arizona, his local Santa Barbara roots are evident in his ability to weave the regional architecture with his own twists of colors, patterns and textures to create visually vibrant buildings. Shelton describes Santa Barbara as a grand fabric of white buildings and hopes that his buildings are adding “interesting little threads” into the Santa Barbara tapestry.

A WALKING TOUR

Sprinkled around town, Shelton's work is a source of creativity and festive spirit. Below are some of his most well-known buildings. Click the map to view more about each building.

ARCHITECTURAL FEATURE: EL ANDALUZ

Completed in 2009, this three story Moroccan influenced building is home to seven chic and sophisticated condos, including 531 Chapala Street C, each featuring high ceilings, top of the line appliances, modern amenities and luxury finishes. El Andaluz is the winner of four Santa Barbara Beautiful awards for Architectural Feature, Commercial Building, Commercial Sign and Ornamental Gates. This award-winning luxury condominium complex is a true work of art bringing global influences to the heart of downtown Santa Barbara.

531 Chapala Street C

One of Jeff Shelton's well known deigns and impeccable attention to detail, 531 Chapala sits at the forefront of opulence & luxury.

PRESS & PUBLICATIONS

Shelton’s work does not go unnoticed. He has been profiled and featured throughout numerous top publications including:

For more on Jeff Shelton and his one of a kind designs visit his website here.