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If you’ve ever wanted to establish a golf course architecture library (GCA) library, you may have been shocked at the expense involved. For some, this is where the journey ends. Many more are slow to invest because of the cost of the buy-in. A dusty, old book that only a few people are actually interested in can cost hundreds if not thousands of pounds… if you can find them at all. GCA is a growing niche. Architects themselves are gaining acclaim and playing professionals are taking a keener interest. For many of us, understanding golf and what makes for great…

Alister MacKenzie’s Inspiration for Augusta National came from 9 outstanding holes on 5 top golf courses in England and Scotland for his work at the Augusta National Golf Club. During the final stages of the construction project, Dr Alister MacKenzie wrote a description of the course. Alister waxes lyrical about ‘Bob’ and his contributions that would lead this course to become the world’s most wonderful inland golf course. Pointing out that St Andrews is the ideal course and the one Bob likes best of all, MacKenzie makes known there were no templates used here. Mackenzie points out a mental picture…

The Evolution of Augusta National is a journey through the chronicles of perhaps the most famous golf course in the world, hole by hole from Alister MacKenzie to Tom Fazio! Let’s go deep on the host of The Master’s Tournament and the home of the iconic green jacket, welcome to The Evolution of Augusta National. The Evolution of Augusta National Augusta National From a Golf Course Architecture Perspective Living entities evolve and change and golf courses are no different. Whilst some changes are organic, others are firmly forced… We proudly present the most in-depth review of Augusta National available. Artwork…