By Design - Winter 2014

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Environmental, economic and
social issues combine to form
a unique set of challenges for
any golf course owner or developer.
With thoughtful consideration in
consultation with an experienced
golf course architect, innovative
solutions can be formulated that
help golf clubs not just overcome
obstacles, but put the foundations in
place for long-term success.
The annual ASGCA Design Excellence
Recognition Program – now in its
third year – shines a light on the
innovations and problem-solving
skills demonstrated by golf architects.
The 2014 entries were reviewed
by a panel of golf industry leaders,
including representatives of the Club
Managers Association of America, Golf
Course Superintendents Association
of America, Golf Course Builders
Association of America and National
Golf Course Owners Association.
Projects from 12 golf clubs in the
United States and Asia have been cited
for their work with ASGCA members in
addressing unique design challenges.
These include the creation of short
game facilities to attract new players
and appeal to existing members, the
redevelopment of existing golf courses to
overcome water management issues, or
the changing requirements of an owner,
and even the construction of an entirely
new course on a former landfill site.
In each of these projects, profiled
on the following pages, golf architects
drew on their experience and expertise
to propose innovative and intelligent
solutions that would position the club
for future long-term success. •
Neil Haworth, ASGCA
renovated Bali National
GC in Indonesia to meet the
demands of new owners.
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Ray Hearn, ASGCA
improved aesthetics and
enhanced strategy to help
Mistwood GC stand out.
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Dr Michael Hurdzan,
ASGCA Fellow
helped develop a unique indoor
facility at The Ohio State University.
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Bob Lohmann, ASGCA
converted an unused plot into a
new short course and learning
center at Peninsula State Park GC.
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Brian Lussier, ASGCA
solved new and complex challenges
when redesigning existing courses
at two clubs in China.
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Greg Martin, ASGCA
designed a series of short
courses that are accessible
and enjoyable to play.
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Damian Pascuzzo, ASGCA
has developed a ‘Challenge
Course’ concept that appeals to
both new and existing golfers.
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Todd Quitno, ASGCA Associate
addressed flooding and water
management issues in the
renovation of Reid GC.
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Rick Robbins, ASGCA
solved new and complex challenges
when redesigning existing courses at
two clubs in China.
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John Sanford, ASGCA
helped to convert a former
landfill site to an Irish-style
links in New York City.
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Scot Sherman, ASGCA
created a multi-purpose short
game practice facility for
Furman University.
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THE ARCHITECTS
The ASGCA Design Excellence Recognition
Program demonstrates how golf architects can
solve the sometimes complex problems faced
by owners and developers. By Design discovers
more about this year’s recognized projects.
Shawn Smith, ASGCA Associate
improved playing conditions while
addressing drainage issues at
Oakland Hills CC.
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