Golf Architecture

Woodlands Country Club Hole 9th

The $30 million bet: Why Arcis Golf’s Woodlands play is a blueprint for private club gold

By: 2026. 05. 12.

When Arcis Golf closed on The Woodlands Country Club roughly a year ago, the Dallas-based operator wasn't simply buying a golf course. It was acquiring a platform, 99 holes of private-club real estate sitting 30 miles north of…

Newark Golf Club 8th Green EcoBunker

How Newark Golf Club turned a crisis into a blueprint for sustainable golf

By: 2026. 05. 11.

In 2024, Newark Golf Club was days away from the kind of end that dozens of British golf clubs quietly suffer each decade, an insolvency that would have scattered members, sold off land, and written off a course…

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Kinross Golf Courses:Heritage, Ambition, and an £800,000 Bet on the Future

By: 2026. 04. 16.

In the crowded theatre of Scottish golf — where St Andrews commands its pilgrimages and Gleneagles its five-star coronations — there has always been a quieter story to tell. Kinross Golf Courses, nestled in the rolling heart of…

Jacob Sjoman _ Old Petty _ Cabot Highlands_castle

Scotland’s Most Anticipated New Course Opens: How is Old Petty redefining golf in the Highlands?

By: 2026. 04. 15.

On a windswept stretch of the Scottish Highlands, where the Moray Firth meets centuries of history, one of the world's most eagerly awaited golf courses is finally ready to welcome the world. Old Petty, the second course at…

Celebrity Greens Golf Course Image Troon Preferred Partner

Why does Troon’s deal with Celebrity Greens make good business sense?

By: 2026. 03. 31.

When the world’s largest golf management company signs a new preferred partner, the industry pays attention. When that partner makes the synthetic putting greens increasingly found in the backyards of Fortune 500 executives and the practice facilities of…

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Plover Cove Golf Club’s bold new horizon

By: 2026. 03. 30.

Plover Cove Golf Club has reached a pivotal stage in its ambitious development, with construction officially commencing on its 200,000 sq. ft. clubhouse. This marks a defining moment in Q1 2026, as the HK$4.5 billion project continues its…

Farm Neck Golf Club golf course after renovation

How is Farm Neck Golf Club inspiring the future by honoring its past?

By: 2026. 03. 25.

In an era where sustainability is often reduced to a marketing slogan, Farm Neck Golf Club offers something far more compelling: proof that ecological restoration and high-quality golf design can not only coexist but also elevate one another.…

Ponta do Pargo golf course Miklós Breitner 2026

Ponta do Pargo rising: The next big magnet for golf tourism in Madeira

By: 2026. 03. 06.

Last year, while planning my February holiday in Madeira, I decided to look into the construction of the Ponta do Pargo golf course. What began as simple curiosity quickly turned into a rare opportunity. Faldo Design responded with…

Mocklow Joins Bunker Solution

Bunker Solution expands globally: Anthony Mocklow at the helm of international growth

By: 2026. 02. 11.

Bunker Solution, the high-performance bunker lining system that has transformed course conditioning standards across North America, is officially expanding into Europe, the Middle East, and other key international golf markets. The move reflects both accelerating global demand and…

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What are the 6 changes to the redesigned back 9 of the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club?

By: 2026. 01. 22.

Saadiyat Beach Golf Club is entering an exciting new chapter with the recent reopening of its improved back nine. The entire 18-hole course is in top-notch condition, drawing in golfers who are eager to experience the breathtaking oceanfront…

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Why did Golfclub Breitenloo earn the R&A’s 1st premium sustainable agronomy venue recognition in CE?

By: 2025. 11. 17.

The Swiss Golfclub Breitenloo has taken a significant step forward by becoming the first club in Central Europe to collaborate with The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service, engaging in the R&A Sustainable Agronomy ‘Venue’ premium support agreement to enhance…

Evans at Canal Shores air view

Why is Evans at Canal Shores regarded as an excellent Par-3 golf course?

By: 2025. 11. 14.

The Evans at Canal Shores has received noteworthy recognition in Golfweek’s 2025 "Golfweek’s Best" rankings, securing a place among the Top 25 Public-Access Par-3, Short, and Non-Traditional Courses in the United States at No. 22. This achievement highlights…

Harbour Town Golf Links Hole 18 close to the end

How has Harbour Town Golf Links changed over the past 6 months?

By: 2025. 11. 12.

I would like to highlight the remarkable developments that have occurred at Harbour Town Golf Links (Hilton Head Island, South Carolina) over the last six months. Two key enhancements have been implemented: Major restoration completed: The work included…

Terra del Sol Resort golf course

What sustainability innovations will Tierra del Sol Resort embrace?

By: 2025. 11. 11.

In today's world, as you explore the advancements in sustainable golf course and club operations, you'll discover a wealth of inspiring innovations that are paving the way for a greener future. Here are some examples: Use of soil…

Shura Links Golf Course 15th Hole

What grabbed Kevin Murray’s attention at Shura Links Golf Course?

By: 2025. 10. 29.

Internationally acclaimed golf photographer Kevin Murray has seen some of the world’s most spectacular courses. So when he describes a venue as “superb” and predicts it will rank among his personal top five, the golfing world listens. His…

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz clubhouse

How will Grand Resort Bad Ragaz rejuvenate the turf on its 18-hole championship course?

By: 2025. 09. 26.

Can you believe the greens on the 18-hole championship course at Grand Resort Bad Ragaz have been around for over 50 years? Beginning in late September 2025, all 18 greens on the championship course, along with the putting…

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How does the Farm Neck Golf Club course live up to today’s expectations?

By: 2025. 09. 22.

Today, when we think about building a new golf course or renovating an existing one, aesthetics is no longer the only expectation of golfers. Instead, courses are adapting in terms of shape, function, technology, and environmental responsibility. I…

Finca Cortesin putting green tee 2025 September

How does Finca Cortesin further elevate the golf experience?

By: 2025. 09. 09.

Finca Cortesin has made an exciting enhancement by introducing a new putting green adjacent to its first hole. These upgrades add to the impressive scenery of hole 4, which served as the opening hole during the Solheim Cup.…

ASGCA 2nd Design Boot Camp

Where will the ASGCA conduct its 2nd Design Boot Camp?

By: 2025. 08. 28.

I have come across a few educational programs as transformative as the Design Boot Camp, which will take place at Pinehurst Resort next March (March 9-13, 2026). Soon, I’ll share more details with you. It is especially inspiring…

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What would you sacrifice to play at Trump International Golf Links’ New Course?

By: 2025. 07. 31.

The New Course at Trump International Golf Links in Scotland was unveiled by President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone. The grand opening ceremony brought together influential political figures, including Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney,…