Before the design can start we want to know our client, their goals and resources. We always analyse carefully the land and local conditions. We never design the course using the same pattern.

Walking through the site with topographical map in hand starts the routing of the course. We map the whole area carefully trying to find the best possible local features and natural areas for golf holes. This is how the designer makes a 3D model of the area in his mind.

The natural features found on the site like specimen trees, rocks and water features define the basic structure for the design. In addition to this we notify all possible issues that could cause problems with construction or course maintenance.

The holes that fit naturally on contours of the site are the backbone of our design. This principle helps to create a golf course that blends in its surroundings and is visually appealing. Breaking the natural topography is very expensive and usually makes the course look and feel unnatural.

We will finish the routing in the office using the topo map. We will check it on site to ensure the fit on land and surroundings.

The routing has to be prepared carefully because it is the backbone of the course that makes a good course that is playable year after year. The greens or bunkers can be changed later with reasonable costs but bad routing cannot be fixed without doing very extensive redesign and construction.

When routing is ready we will finish the final Master Plan and start preparing the technical drawings. The Master Plan shows the routing and all other functions and facilities on the site. The plan can be used e.g. as a visual tool for marketing purposes.

Detailed technical drawings are essential to pass the designer's ideas for the construction team. Without proper technical documents it is quite certain that there will be mistakes and poor quality construction unless the designer or his representative is willing to stand on the site all the time.

Golf course cannot be designed only by preparing drawings in the office. Good technical plans are a must but the best possible design needs architect's regular guidance and supervision on site. We will always do the final finish grading on construction site together with the shapers.

Detailed technical drawings are essential in earth moving and contour shaping work. In addition to this we will do regular inspections on site to ensure the quality of the work.

We want to discuss and solve problems on site as soon as possible. This is invaluable especially when having a low budget project. We always use common sense when an expensive surprise is found on site during construction.

Golf course design is always a product of the team work, not just a vision of a single designer. A good co-operation between the architect and construction team is always behind every successful project.