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RECOMMENDED READING
Driving the Green John Strawn A rare and candid view of golf course design and construction. It follows the development of a golf course project three years, from permitting to construction. For more about this book, read "Terrible Truth." Masters of the Links Geoff Shackelford A collection of essays,
by turn of the century "Masters," and contemporary architects. All have
relevance for today's developments and architecture. Additional Books of Note
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Glossary
Critical Success Factors- the set of elements to be done correctly for success. They include effectiveness, economy, efficiency, conditions and variables. Course Rating- based on what an average scratch player would score over the course. In Europe this is know as SSS Standard Scratch Score. Grading- altering the original contour of the land using machines. Leadership Driven Architecture- when the architect is personally leading the construction effort on an all-day everyday basis.
Renovation- bringing the old playing characteristics back to courses which have become easier due to modern technology balls, clubs and maintenance which shorten the course. Restoration- returning the course to its original character, usually bringing back old bunker forms, greens etc. "True restoration" would include eliminating new tees, bringing back old bunkers, green shapes and contours. Few modern courses select "true restoration". Routing- the direction and order of the holes placed throughout the property. |
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The
following two books provide a thorough analysis of modern golf course
architecture, with a perspective from historic architects. In combination
with this web-site investors and those "looking to be in the know" will
have an inside glimpse at the state of course architecture today.
Benchmark-
the standard of excellence.
Redesign-
changing the original character of a golf course, hole or feature.