Transformations
Not all renovations are created equal. Ours begin with researching the origins of a golf course and then studying the land to determine both its attributes and challenges. As the plans begin to form, the process is guided by historical considerations, logistical opportunity and feasible solutions.
The results of our creativity range from subtle to astonishing.
Considered a reverent restorer of classic courses, Bergin Golf Designs takes pride in honoring the roots of our projects while bringing them current with today’s technology, environmental stewardship, and best maintenance practices.
Enjoy the selected before and after photos below as they offer a glimpse of the variety of our transformations and the existing conditions with which we worked. Click on an image and then slide your cursor across the pop-up to see the make-over.
Dunwoody CC #18
• Dunwoody, Georgia
• www.dunwoodycc.org
An exciting finishing hole, the well bunkered par five 18th offers several positions on the approach with the optimal choice based on hole location.
Dunwoody CC #18
Atlanta, Georgia
Chattanooga G & CC #9
• Chattanooga, Tennessee
• www.chattanoogagcc.org
Truly a breathtaking transformation, the par three 9th hole can be a heart pounder. With the Tennessee River just to the right, breezes are just part of the equation. Native fescues and rock outcroppings add to the intimidation factor on this gorgeous finish to the front nine.
Chattanooga G & CC #9
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Richland CC #18
• Nashville, Tennessee
• richlandcc.com
Like much of the course, the finishing hole at Richland has also undergone a major transformation. The fairway was widened and leveled, but most importantly is the connection to the clubhouse and the space that is now enjoyed by all members.
Richland CC #18
Nashville, Tennessee
CC of Winter Haven #6
• Winter Haven, FL
• ccofwinterhaven.com
Situated along Lake Hamilton, the green on the par three 6th at the CC of Winter Haven has been shifted well to the left and turned from a wide target into one that is long and narrow. Wind is usually a factor and a player’s starting line varies greatly depending on whether it is coming hard off the lake or blowing toward the water hazard.
CC of Winter Haven #6
Winter Haven, Florida
Wildcat Cliffs CC #2
• Highlands, North Carolina
• www.wildcatcliffscountryclub.com
A perfect example of Bergin Golf Designs philosophy of making a golf hole more difficult for the best players and manageable for the recreational golfer. By shifting the putting surface to the right, challenging hole locations are evident, yet an ample fairway height, bailout area has been created left of the green.
Wildcat Cliffs CC #2
Highlands, North Carolina
The Landings #7
• Savannah, Georgia
• The Landings
Situated so each nine holes runs partially along the marsh, the Palmetto Course at The Landings is a strategically outstanding and beautiful golf course. The 7th is a perfect example of those qualities.