Can golf course architects design courses suitable for both professional tournaments and everyday play?

Intelligent design in golf is the subtle selection and evolution of golf courses, comments Jeremy Pern.

Triple major champion Ernie Els has strong views on course design, founded on the experience of his 15 years touring the globe. Adam Lawrence learns more.

Architect Gary Roger Baird says that Haenam Pines might just be the pebble beach of Korea.

Kyle Phillips says that developers should engage an architect first, then use his skills to select a good site for their planned course.