golf architecture

Lansdowne Resort

Grade “A” Architecture – Lansdowne Resort

A Robert Trent Jones, Jr. located within an hour of Washington D.C.

The Masters, mayhem and more

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Masters / 2025

Five leading architects share their thoughts relating to the Masters and to the existing Augusta National course layout.

Masters Misfires

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Masters / 2025 Pt.2

Five leading architects share their thoughts relating to the Masters and to the existing Augusta National course layout.

Dutchman's Pipe Hole 16

The Finicky Golfer – Dutchman’s Pipe Club

The 205-acre former Banyan Cay property was originally the site of the President County Club.

Summit Rock at Horseshoe Bay Resort - Hole 10

Grade “A” Architecture – Summit Rock

Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas has several courses including this Jack Nicklaus design.

Plainfield Country Club

Grade “A” Architecture – Plainfield Country Club

Gil Hanse was hired to restore Donald Ross’ design and delivered a brilliant update.

Black Desert, Ivins, Utah, USA 5th hole

Grade “A” Architecture – Black Desert

Tom Weiskopf’s final design is located in the southwest corner of Utah.

Conestoga Golf Club Second hole

Grade “A” Architecture – Conestoga Golf Club

Situated in and around stark canyon and mesa vistas in Mesquite, Nevada.

The 15th hole

The Finicky Golfer – Panther National Golf Club

Are you a connoisseur of engaging golf designs? M. James Ward provides a discerning architectural roadmap for golf that stirs the blood and honors your…

The 6th hole at Panther National Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture – Panther National Golf Club

The first new private golf community to open in 20 years in Palm Beach County.

The par-3 14th at Nairn Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture – Nairn Golf Club

The course’s renovation has only added to its original appeal.

Dutchman's Pipe Golf Club 16th hole

Grade “A” Architecture – Dutchman’s Pipe Golf Club

The opening of Dutchman’s Pipe represents the first new private club in West Palm Beach in 25 years.

Grade “A” Architecture – St. Andrews Beach Golf Club

Tom Doak’s Australian design uses the natural topography to full effect.

Grade “A” Architecture – Commonwealth Golf Club

The Sandbelt region of Melbourne is home to a stunning array of well-designed courses.

Sensei Porcupine Creek Hole 16

Grade “A” Architecture – Sensei Porcupine Creek

The property is set alongside an abutting mountain range and the holes can only be viewed by hiking up a strenuous hillside adjacent to the…

Yarra Yarra Golf Club Hole 11 aerial

Grade “A” Architecture – Yarra Yarra Golf Club

Located in Melbourne’s southward suburbs the club had its genesis in 1898.

Hole #7

Grade “A” Architecture – Reynolds Lake Oconee

The “new” holes on the Richland Course provide a far different presentation than much of the golf found at Reynolds Lake Oconee.

Reynolds Lake Oconee, hole #4

The Finicky Golfer – “Richland” at Reynolds Lake Oconee

The “new” Richland Course is the latest addition to the engaging portfolio, multiple-courses elevating the Georgia-based facility to an even higher profile.

Tom Fazio Member Event | 2024

Fabulous Fazio, nearly 80-years-young, still going strong

Revolutionized golf architecture in reaping mega-dollars for clients and creating an array of visually appealing courses captivating players.

Knickerbocker Country Club #6

Grade “A” Architecture – Knickerbocker Country Club

The New Jersey club is in the process of being updated by Jaeger Kovich and superintendent Kyle Hillegass.