79 generally featuring significant drops from tee to green,” he says. “I love the finishing stretch, which features a mid-length par-four fifteenth that runs alongside and then over a stream; the volcano backdrop on the par-three sixteenth; the risk-reward par-four seventeenth that offers a huge carry over the quarry; and the reachable par-five eighteenth that includes a waterfall from a lake below the clubhouse.” Curley designed greens that echo the movement of the overall landscape. “At Dhoho, I have created what may be some of the largest, most varied and wild green surfaces I have ever done on 18 holes, and they create a unique ground game experience. “In the months to come, the native vegetation surrounds will grow in, and the holes will pop out of a stunning, dense tropical landscape with dramatic views down to golf and up to mountains.” Construction was completed in February 2026 by Martin Moore’s Flagstick firm. The contractor installed 60,000 metres of drainage while contending with some unusually heavy rain events. “Martin and I agree that Dhoho may be one of our more satisfying projects... not only to finally see the course come to fruition, but to even surpass our expectations,” says Curley. “It’s truly a phenomenal accomplishment.” The project team also included Sports Turf Solutions, who supplied Zeon Zoysia and Primo Zoysia grasses, irrigation design firm Cadsult, equipment distributor Jebsen & Jessen, Toro Asia and water feature specialists WR Rock Group. “We are fortunate to have so many great things align here: a wonderfully committed owner, a fantastic property, amazing surrounding views and incredible design,” says Curley. “I am confident this project will be heralded as one of Asia’s best.” “ I have created what may be some of the largest, most varied and wild green surfaces I have ever done” Photo: Cheah Kok Aik Varied terrain and backdrops create great memorability, says Curley REPORT
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