After an extensive survey, independent focus groups and workshops, the membership of the Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., property has approved a project that will expand the 72,000-sq. ft. clubhouse to feature a redesigned 19th Hole, a new lobby lounge, updated bar, and larger kitchens. The project is expected to completed in 18 months.
BallenIsles Plans 23,000-sq. ft. Clubhouse Expansion
The Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., property has requested that the city council allow it to expand its 80,000-sq. ft. clubhouse, creating a larger second-floor lobby, dining rooms, meeting rooms, bars, kitchens, card rooms and storage areas. The property also asked permission to build a 3,000-sq. ft. administration building.
Troon’s Easterbrook to Join PGA of America as Its First Chief Membership Officer
After 20 years with the management firm, John Easterbrook Jr. will leave his position as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer to take the new role, which will oversee the core PGA member-focused areas of the organization, including education, employment, member services and section business operations.
CC at Mirasol Opens New Spa/Fitness, Tennis and Aquatics Facilities
The grand opening on November 21 marked the final phase of the Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. club’s $40 million enhancement project. The new facilities include the two-story Esplanade Spa and Fitness Center with a health-conscious café, Revive; separate lap-swimming, children’s and fitness pools; and a dedicated building for tennis operations that includes a covered viewing patio for viewing exhibitions and competitive matches.
Peacock + Lewis Earns Multiple Design Excellence Awards
The recognition from the South Florida chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers included projects at Sailfish Point (Best Clubhouse), Grey Oaks CC, The Breakers, PGA National and the Els Center for Excellence
Shaping Up
Clubs are actively heeding the call of health-minded members with sleek new fitness centers that accommodate a full range of programming.
Taking the Plunge
The management-firm pool continues to get broader and deeper, as more club, resort and golf properties decide they don’t want to face the post-recession world alone.
Troon Opens New Florida Office
Bruce Glasco will serve as Managing Director of the management company’s Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. operation while continuing to lead the expansion of its international division.
The CC at Mirasol Unveils New Grand Clubhouse
The Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., property’s clubhouse increased in size by almost 50%, with new furnishings and finishes throughout. Additions include Solstice, an 80-seat fine dining restaurant; Upstairs Bar & Lounge, which will be used for pre-function cocktails and hors d’oeuvres; an expanded ballroom; and first- and second-story dining patios overlooking the golf facilities.
City to Vote on $4.5M Contract for Clubhouse at Sandhill Crane GC
As proposed, the clubhouse at the Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., municipal property would be about 22,000 sq. ft., with space for a pro shop, locker rooms, food and beverage amenities and banquet space. A bird observation tower and sculpture are proposed as well.
PGA National Resort & Spa Opens Renovated Sports & Racquet Club
The 33,000-sq. ft. facility underwent a $4 million facelift and now includes indoor racquetball and volleyball courts, two lighted pickleball/paddle ball courts and a five-lane saltwater lap pool. It will offer 75 weekly classes and activities, including belly dancing, kickboxing and rowing. An “iZone” will be provided for kids.
Clubhouse Demolition Set at Sandhill Crane GC
The current two-story clubhouse at the municipal Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., property is more than 20 years old. A new clubhouse with a pub and event space that accommodates 200 is expected to be complete in June 2017.
New Jersey PGA Names Award Winners; Florida CMAA Announces New Board
Canoe Brook CC was named 2015 Club of the Year and its Director of Golf, George Dietz II, earned the section’s Bill Strausbaugh Award. David Reasoner of The Ridgewood Country Club was named Golf Professional of the Year. For the Florida chapter, Jeff Hartigan of The Oaks Club will now serve as President.
Developers “Shun” Golf in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.
New developments in the area are shifting away from requiring residents to have golf club memberships, amid waning participation and an excess of golf course properties. However, well-known golf communities like Admirals Cove and Frenchman’s Creek are still popular places to live, with few homes available on the market.
The CC at Mirasol to Unveil New Practice Facility in October
The Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., club has renovated and reoriented the practice range, short-game facility and putting greens at the 36-hole property. An additional phase that will update the clubhouse will debut in March 2016.