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The state of golf operations: 2026 outlook
From stabilizing demand to rising costs and smarter use of technology, industry leaders share what owners and operators should expect in the year ahead. ————

Smart and sustainable: How tech is cutting golf’s carbon footprint
The business of golf is embracing a new era of environmental stewardship. Technology—paired with credible certification frameworks—is helping courses reduce their carbon footprint from design

Finding the right golf course architect
From water-smart turf to timeless design, the right architect knows how to honor tradition while building for the future of the game. ———— How do

Best clubhouse and amenity designs in golf: Award-winning projects
From clubhouse to cuisine, these award-winning designs show how creativity, craftsmanship and vision shape the modern golf experience. This article originally appeared in the 2025

How to hire a clubhouse architect
With millions on the line and expectations higher than ever, clubs need architects who bring vision, experience and the ability to navigate every detail. ————

A decade of great design: Best new golf course developments 2016 to 2025
These award-winning courses from the past 10 years showcase how creativity, strategy and respect for the land continue to shape the future of golf. ————

The real short course movement
Par-3s are booming at resorts and private clubs, but decades of closures left gaps in local markets. Can operators reinvent short courses as bridges for

Architect Brian Curley unveils Shura Links on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea
Architect Brian Curley has completed Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first island golf course and the newest addition to the country’s growing golf portfolio. Managed by


Smart and sustainable: How tech is cutting golf’s carbon footprint


Best clubhouse and amenity designs in golf: Award-winning projects


A decade of great design: Best new golf course developments 2016 to 2025


