Course renovation

For many golf course architects, renovation, redesign and/or restoration projects at existing golf courses form a large part of their portfolio. Elements of golf courses have a limited lifecycle, and trends change, making this type of work essential for clubs that want to continue to attract golfers and remain competitive in their local markets.

Hills course at Infinitum hosts DP World Tour event following redesign

Dave Sampson

News | Fri 14 Nov, 2025

Hills course at Infinitum hosts DP World Tour event following redesign

Layout was the venue for Q-School Final Stage after a back nine renovation by Dave Sampson of European Golf Design

Kristine Kerr

News | Fri 14 Nov, 2025

Kristine Kerr nears completion of Omaha Beach redevelopment

Revamping the third hole is the final stage of architect’s multi-phase project at New Zealand club

Tierra del Sol

News | Tue 11 Nov, 2025

Aruba’s Tierra del Sol reopens course following GEO-led renovation

Sustainability, water use and wildlife preservation have been at the heart of project on Caribbean island

Al Hamra reopens following five-hole renovation by Harradine Golf

Troon

News | Mon 10 Nov, 2025

Al Hamra reopens following five-hole renovation by Harradine Golf

Peter Harradine returns to UAE club to oversee project that preserves course’s original character

Moss Creek Hilton Head

News | Fri 07 Nov, 2025

Moss Creek Hilton Head reopens North course following John Fought renovation

Architect ‘honours the Fazio design legacy’ while rebuilding all course features and widening fairways

Mountain Lake

News | Thu 06 Nov, 2025

Tyler Rae hired by Mountain Lake to ‘polish Seth Raynor gem’

Architect is referencing historic materials to guide restoration work on greens and bunkers

Pine Lake CC reopens following Jeff Lawrence renovation

Lawrence Golf Design

News | Tue 04 Nov, 2025

Pine Lake CC reopens following Jeff Lawrence renovation

Architect has aimed to “preserve the integrity of the original design while elevating the overall golf experience”

Singapore Island CC reopens Island course following redevelopment

Singapore Island Country Club

News | Fri 31 Oct, 2025

Singapore Island CC reopens Island course following redevelopment

Nelson & Haworth leads project to enhance layout’s sustainability, playability and strategy

St Andrews set to lengthen six holes on Old course ahead of 2027 Open

Kevin Murray

News | Wed 29 Oct, 2025

St Andrews set to lengthen six holes on Old course ahead of 2027 Open

Mackenzie & Ebert leads design work, which also includes restoration work on the Road hole bunker

Clyde Johnson

News | Tue 28 Oct, 2025

Clyde Johnson restores legendary St Enodoc bunker

Himalayas returned to 1930s shapes by Scotland-based architect

Brian Curley to oversee refresh of Pelican Hill courses

John Luciano

News | Thu 23 Oct, 2025

Brian Curley to oversee refresh of Pelican Hill courses

Work at Newport Beach club’s Tom Fazio designs to begin in November

Brian Schneider develops new routing for San Diego CC

Renaissance Golf Design

News | Fri 17 Oct, 2025

Brian Schneider develops new routing for San Diego CC

Construction is expected to start in autumn 2026 and the architect says there will be "zero earthmoving between tee to green"

Greg Norman’s firm returns to renovate Vidanta Vallarta ahead of 2026 Mexico Open

Greg Norman Golf Course Design

News | Thu 16 Oct, 2025

Greg Norman’s firm returns to renovate Vidanta Vallarta ahead of 2026 Mexico Open

Four holes will be upgraded to provide a more memorable experience for players and spectators

Brandon Johnson to redesign practice facility at The Landings in Georgia

Brandon Johnson Golf Course Design

News | Wed 08 Oct, 2025

Brandon Johnson to redesign practice facility at The Landings in Georgia

Work is targeted begin in spring 2026 on area near club’s Marshwood and Magnolia courses

Magazine, News | Fri 17 Oct, 2025

The October 2025 issue of Golf Course Architecture is out now!

We report from Rock Golf, Seminole, Trump Turnberry and The Wisley, ask if collaboration works in golf course design and talk to Bill Coore about his career