American Society of Golf Course Architects | Inside ASGCA

American Association of Golf Course Architects | Inside ASGCA

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why do I need a golf course architect when I can remodel my layout myself?

Golf course architects possess a unique skill set which makes them qualified to see the entire remodeling process through from start to finish. While you, for example, may have a thorough understanding of turfgrass selection and maintenance, you may lack enough understanding of design Pull Quote strategy or financing to complete your project successfully.

A golf course architect has specialized experience and skills that encompass the many challenges of taking golf course projects from concept to reality. A professional golf course architect’s capabilities include:

A thorough knowledge of the game of golf, its history, players and design strategy
Expertise with financing and permitting
Familiarity with heavy construction, agronomy, hydraulic engineering, soil sciences, geology and civil engineering
An understanding of landscape architecture to help create a golf course plan that highlights and preserves the natural environment
Training and experience in the creation of both a master plan and the routing plan
Specifications covering all of the phases needed to build a golf course

With this skill set comes a unique perspective. A golf course architect, retained early in the development process, will help guide the process in an efficient manner from start to finish.

For more information on remodeling your golf course, visit our Designing & Building Your Course section.

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