Forget everything you know about manicured country clubs with predictable fairways. We’re talking about golf’s original form – raw, untamed, and brutally honest. The term links course comes from Old English hlinc, meaning rising ground. These coastal landscapes between sea and farmland were deemed useless for agriculture – but perfect for the masochistic pleasure we…
Imagine you’re over a golf shot, with only water between you and safety. This feeling of fear didn’t just happen by chance. Architects designed it, knowing golf loves a good challenge. The idea of an island green started when designers wanted to make golf more exciting. Pete Dye’s 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass was a…
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: is modern golf design just a rehash of the 1920s? I’ve been following this debate closely. The PGA’s influence creates a mix of tradition and new ideas. Architects are either praised for sticking to the past or criticized for being unoriginal. It’s like the golf world wants…
Imagine Scottish shepherds playing golf around natural burns, not knowing they started a tradition. These simple beginnings have grown into something much bigger. What started as part of the landscape became a key part of golf design. Designers found out that water could do more than just look good. It could test a player’s nerve…