The Grand Rapids country club is in the midst of a $2.3 million upgrade of its clubhouse, including a new dining and bar area. The renovation began this month and will wrap up in May. “We are thrilled to be able to offer our members this new casual dining space, as well as the addition of the covered patio,” says Kent Country Club General Manager Ward Sutton.
Another Grand Rapids (Mich.) country club is in the midst of a $2.3 million upgrade, Grand Rapids Business Journal reported.
Kent Country Club on Jan. 24 announced a renovation to its clubhouse, including a new dining and bar area.
The renovation began this month and will wrap up in May, Grand Rapids Business Journal reported.
“We are thrilled to be able to offer our members this new casual dining space, as well as the addition of the covered patio,” said Kent Country Club General Manager Ward Sutton.
First Companies leads the construction team with Ghafari Associates working as the architect on the project, Grand Rapids Business Journal reported. Construction Simplified is the ownership representative. Kent Country Club came up with a strategic facility improvement plan based on member feedback, and additional casual dining space was the top priority.
“This project will take advantage of its location to the kitchen to provide an improved dining experience and better serve families looking for a more informal experience,” said Kent Country Club Director of Membership and Communications Jason Brower. “Also, the addition of the covered patio provides the ability to utilize that space longer, outside of just the summer months.”
The new dining area is not the only upgrade added to Kent Country Club, Grand Rapids Business Journal reported. The club recently opened TrackMan Indoor Golf Studio, which allows members to work on their golf skills throughout the year. The equipment’s technology allows for accurate ball flight and club data analysis.
Kent Country Club opened in 1896 and was one of the first country clubs in Michigan. Brower said the club’s membership ranges from young families to members with more than 50 years at the club and is small by design to help create a tight camaraderie among the members.
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