87 REPORT “Since the beginning, we’ve provided consulting services and worked closely with our investor client who also owns one of the country’s leading construction companies,” says Naki Evrandir of Golf Med. “We combined our golf course construction experience with their workforce potential, working in perfect harmony under the challenging terrain and climate conditions. The site combines many natural features and related construction challenges, but we’ve previously undertaken many with a similar climate and terrain. We’ve used every available irrigation system on previous projects, but for this one we’re using the Rain Bird IC System with CirrusPRO Central Control, which is undeniably superior to others on the market, and so we’d recommend it for any future projects.” Warm season paspalum grass has been chosen for its dark green colour, salt tolerance and resilience, well suited to brackish water irrigation and variable mowing heights. Selected areas of natural vegetation will remain as rough, reducing irrigation needs and enhancing visual variety. Atalay adds: “For us, success isn’t merely completing the golf course – it’s establishing Dalaman as a recognised hub of international golf tourism. Within the next five years, our goal is to host international tournaments, set an example with our sustainable environmental practices, and create a destination that prioritises guest experience.” Image: International Design Group Architect Andrew Craven has routed the course so both loops of nine return to an elevated clubhouse (labelled A on the plan) “ Success isn’t merely completing the golf course – it’s establishing Dalaman as a recognised hub of international golf tourism”
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