By Design – Issue 53, Summer 2021

15 he was still picking the brains of a bunch of young kids because he wanted to learn and get better. Art was a passionate man and he pushed those around him to be better and I’ll forever be thankful for his mentorship and friendship.” Hills’ desire to improve was evident in his designs. “One of our favorite Arthur-isms was, ‘take the worst hole and make it the best,’” says Forrest. “Examples of such transformations include the fifteenth at Oakland Hills North, the ninth at Naperville Country Club and the seventeenth at Miami Beach Golf ASGCA Past President Arthur Hills oversaw over 150 renovations, including a transformation project at Oakland Hills North. Pictured right with Jack Nicklaus, ASGCA Fellow Photos: Hills Forrest Smith