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.
Golf’s relationship with the environment is a touchy subject. The game may not always get the fairest press, but needs to be able to show it is whiter than white, says Adam Lawrence.