In this insightful episode, we’re joined by Kate Torgersen and Monina Gilbey of Torgersen Gilbey, who share how their combined expertise in environmental planning and sustainability strategy led to the formation of their consultancy.

Together, they support golf clubs through environmental audits, biodiversity planning, and strategic sustainability communication. Kate breaks down what’s involved in an environmental audit or vegetation management plan, and the importance of native planting for course health and playability.

Monina explains biodiversity in the golf context, and how courses can become thriving ecological spaces. The duo highlights projects underway in Australia, the wider benefits these initiatives bring beyond the course, and the importance of improving how golf communicates its sustainability efforts.

They also explore what golf can learn from other sectors and how these practices can scale globally—both within and beyond the sport.

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In our first ever “What’s News” segment, we’re joined by Toby Ingleton, Editor of Golf Course Architecture Magazine, to explore a variety of exciting projects that are shaping the world of golf course design today.

Toby shares insights on a range of developments, including:

• Royal Dornoch and the headline appointment of King, Collins, Dormer

• Trump Turnberry's renovation work and the new course at Trump Aberdeen

• Apogee in Hobe Sound, Florida – a high-profile addition to an already golf-rich region

• The Cliffs on Kangaroo Island – an ambitious and scenic new project in Australia

• Big Cedar Lodge’s latest par-3 course, featuring a 19th hole tee box dramatically set inside a cave

Then in the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Gary Johnston of European Golf Design and Caspar Grauballe of By Caspar.

Caspar, the outgoing President of the European Institute of Golf Course Architects (EIGCA), recently handed over the reins to Gary at the organisation’s recent annual meeting held in the north of Scotland. This meeting also acknowledged the 25th Anniversary of the EIGCA

Together, Gary and Caspar reflect on:

• The EIGCA’s mission to elevate and advocate for the profession of golf course architecture

• Sustainability as a central theme at the recent Dornoch meeting

• Royal Dornoch itself and what makes it so special

• Their current projects and perspectives on the evolving role of architects in the industry

This episode features thoughtful insight from two of the most respected voices in the industry.

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Leighton and Adam Lawrence of Golf Course Architecture Magazine and Oxford Golf Consulting lead episode 6 of The The Greenprint where they are joined by Tripp Davis.

Tripp Davis is a highly respected American golf course architect and the founder of Tripp Davis and Associates (TDA), a firm he established in 1994. With a unique blend of competitive golfing experience and academic training in landscape architecture, Davis has become renowned for his strategic and environmentally conscious course designs.

Having been a three-time American Junior Golf Association All-American and student of the University of Oklahoma, Tripp attempted professional golf briefly before pursuing his interest in Golf Course Design.

Tripp's philosophy emphasises strategic play and environmental harmony. The team works on a limited number of projects to ensure quality and attention to detail. Davis's designs often incorporate natural land features, aiming to create courses that are both challenging and enjoyable for players of all skill levels.

In terms of design philosophy, the conversation explores the difference between the design and build method versus the more design-led construction style, as well as grass types and their role in creating firmer conditions.

We then dive into a couple of Tripp's projects, including Black Diamond Ranch's Ranch Course in Lecanto Florida. This is an interesting part of Florida, with good topography and sandy soils. Leighton played The Ranch course in February and was really impressed with the recent renovation, which included a complete re-grassing and reconstruction of greens, tees and bunkers. Davis's renovation has transformed the Ranch Course into a more strategic and engaging layout, enhancing its appeal to a wide range of golfers while maintaining its natural beauty and challenging design.

There's also a look at a new project currently under construction in Athens, Georgia.

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