Master Planning and renovation for this community-owned resort course originally designed by Ted Robinson in 1972. SGD led all aspects of design development, membership approvals, permitting, construction documentation and bidding, and project management. The final renovation saw the reconstruction of 19 greens and 50 bunkers, as well as tree management, turf reduction, and native area enhancement efforts.
Stylistically, the new bunkering harkens back to the timeless design detailing found in the classics of the sand-belt of Australia, which sets this course apart as truly unique to the southern-California region. Strong emphasis was also placed on water conservation and designing the course to accommodate the desired “fast and firm” conditions. All greens were converted to low-water use bermudagrass, native plantings were expanded to reduce overall water consumption, and additional turf conversions for the fairways are slated for the future.
The renovation has received high acclaim to date, receiving Golf Inc.’s “Renovation of the Year” award in 2021.
