From its origins in Scotland, and early twentieth century expansion in Western Europe and the United States, golf continues to reach new markets throughout the world. Newer markets, including China, elsewhere in Asia, plus North Africa and the Middle East, have their own unique considerations for golf course development.
New layouts to take advantage of “cathedral-like setting” of Hawaii coastline and mountains.
Clearing is in progress on the club’s fifth course, designed by golf course architect Toby Cobb.
Jari Rasinkangas, Ronald Fream and George Philpott co-design new layout in Russian port city.
Architect is overseeing complete overhaul of Castle course on rugged shores of Finnish island.
Jurmala Golf Club & Hotel debuts new Nicklaus Design course and practice facilities.
110-feet high likeness of Gautama Buddha dominates views from new layout in Pattaya, Thailand.
Gary Johnston of European Golf Design creates memorable layout for Emaar development firm.
Project architect Thad Layton expects construction at Uruguay resort to begin in spring 2019.
Construction work expected to begin at site near Islamabad in January 2019.
Dubai resort course reopens following reconfiguration to accommodate new hotel construction.
José María Olazábal's design firm building 36 holes at Navarino Hills site.
27-hole facility designed by Greg Norman’s firm set on coastal stretch at new Vietnam resort.
Moscow course has extensive drainage and sandcapping to maximise playing season.
Michlifen hosts La Coupe du Trône tournament to mark the opening of the mountainous layout.
Benjamin Warren says access to golf and green space can boost participation rates.
The fortieth issue of GCA sees us celebrating ten years of reporting on golf design.