ADU Academy Instructors
Lead Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Owner, Accessory Dwelling Strategies LLC
Founder, AccessoryDwellings.org
Author, Backdoor Revolution
Kol is the owner of Accessory Dwelling Strategies LLC, a company dedicated to ADU-related education, advocacy and consulting. He edits and manages accessorydwellings.org, a website that addresses ADU policy issues and features an array of ADU projects. Kol also wrote the book on ADUs, Backdoor Revolution: The Definitive Guide to ADU Development, runs Portland’s city-wide ADU tour, offers homeowner-focused ADU courses, and delivers ADU education, speaking and consulting for a variety of audiences.
Kol is the lead instructor & curriculum developer of the ADU Specialist training and accreditation program.
DIRECTOR
Kol Peterson
La”Kisha” Mitchell-Mellor is a real estate professional who teaches others how to build income-producing properties through precision, discipline, and operational control. Her work spans property management and hands-on ADU development, giving her an end-to-end view of how small-scale infill housing performs over time.
As a licensed Realtor®, experienced property manager, and owner-builder Kisha operates at the intersection of policy and construction. She translates zoning and regulatory complexity into practical, repeatable housing strategies while actively managing risk, costs, and long-term viability.
Kisha regularly educates homeowners, investors, and industry professionals, breaking down ADU development strategy and property management compliance requirements into clear, actionable guidance. Her teaching emphasizes informed decision-making, regulatory awareness, and operational discipline—helping others build and manage ADUs with confidence and accountability.
REAL ESTATE
Kisha Mellor
John Perfitt has worked in community development, economic development, and affordable housing for more than 30 years. Mr. Perfitt has worked both internationally and in various communities in Southern California, with a recent focus on economically-underserved neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
John worked in the public, private and nonprofit sectors, spending more than 10 years in local government with both large and medium-sized municipalities.
He is the Executive Director of Restore Neighborhoods LA, or RNLA. RNLA is specialized real estate nonprofit focused on developing smaller-scale affordable housing projects in lower-income neighborhoods while using economically and environmentally sustainable strategies.
Mr. Perfitt also founded Building Blocks, a company focused on design, permitting, and building of accessory dwelling units.
John was also an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California for 15 years, where he has taught economic development finance to graduate urban planning students at the Price School.
BUILD
John Perfitt
With years of experience as a seasoned mortgage officer, Lindsay Moon is your go-to resource for all things real estate. She works with a wide range of clients—from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors—offering expertise in all loan types, property types, and creative qualification strategies.
Lindsay’s unique background as a former general contractor, combined with her continued work in prefab construction methods, gives her a comprehensive understanding of homes—inside and out. Her goal is to be your mortgage officer for life, delivering tailored solutions to meet your needs and helping you secure the perfect deal.
Passionate about addressing housing challenges, Lindsay is actively involved in the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) space and is a proud member of the Casita Coalition, Marin Builders Association, Novato Chamber, and the Novato Women’s Network.
Originally from Toronto, Canada, Lindsay earned her university education in New York and has called Marin home for over 25 years. Outside of work, she takes immense pride in her two sons, enjoys time with her three dogs, and loves outdoor adventures—whether hiking, biking, gardening, or exploring new trails.
Let Lindsay’s expertise and dedication guide you through every step of your mortgage journey.
FINANCE & APPRAISAL
Lindsay Moon
Bo Sundius
Bo and his partner Hisako Ichiki formed Bunch Design in 2010. From the start they have focused on residential architecture working on tricky sites for non-millionaires, trying to bring space and delight to normal folks. They have worked on countless home remodels and new builds; and since the state law changed in 2017 they have constructed over 30 ground up ADU’s. Over 90% of their projects designed are built, a rare statistic. They do this through good due diligence, thoughtful design, and client care.
Bunch Design believes that Form Follows Space, meaning that we focus on volume and the interior spaces first. We build up a narrative of sequences: space and use, storyboarding, Hollywood style, as we go. You spend 90% of your time inside your house. Make it count. We have an interest in making small spaces feel large. You perceive space, but you can mess with perception. We seek lightness in our approach with simple materials.
Bo graduated in 1997 with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Brown University in Rhode Island and in 2001 with a Masters of Architecture from SCI-Arc (Southern California Institute of Architecture) where he won a National AIA Merit Award. He is a licensed architect in the state of California and has worked for Jerde, Gensler and Roto Architects before founding Bunch Design.