Design firm Wood Marsh has completed a sleek clubhouse facility for a golf course in Point Lonsdale, Australia. The design was intended to blend into the surrounding coastal landscape perfectly.
The Lonsdale Links golf course runs along the Bellarine Peninsula in Melbourne, where dunes, salt marshes, and wetlands make up the natural landscape. Wood Marsh designed the clubhouse at the top of a hill so that golfers from all around could quickly spot the building. The clubhouse is shaped like a curved blade and is finished in a textured facade that lends a natural and earthy aesthetic.
The materials chosen for the clubhouse are raw and have weathered finishes that speak to the coastal landscape. The tones of brown, bronze, and orange reflect the light to produce a sense of serenity and calm enjoyed by the golfers.
Serene Golf Clubhouses
Wood Marsh's New Design Invites Golfers to Enjoy the Coastal Landscape
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Golf Course Design - Design firms can conceptualize sustainable golf course clubhouses to blend seamlessly with the environment, ultimately enhancing the golfing experience.
2. Nature-inspired Aesthetics - Designers can experiment with raw materials and rusty finishes to create enigmatic and earthy aesthetics that capture the essence of the places surrounding the golf course clubhouses.
3. Curved Architecture - Designers can explore the use of curved architecture to create a visually appealing structure that stands out yet blends seamlessly with the surroundings.
Industry Implications
1. Golf Courses - Golf courses and clubs can work with architects and designers to create sustainable, visually appealing clubhouses that enhance their members' golfing experiences amidst natural surroundings.
2. Architecture and Design - Architecture and design firms can cater to sustainable demands while incorporating the essence of the surrounding landscapes through their designs of golf course clubhouses.
3. Sustainable Building Materials - Companies specializing in sustainable building materials can market their products to golf course clubhouse designers and builders, who aim to create structures that minimize their environmental impact.