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Herfort Norby Golf Course Architects

100 E 2nd St Ste 200
Chaska, MN 55318-4577
USA
http://herfortnorby.com
(952) 361-0644
golfnorby@earthlink.net

Business Categories: Facility Design & Architecture

Business Member Profile

We believe that, whether designing new courses or remodeling existing golf courses, it is important that the architect and the Owner identify and understand the niche which the golf course will occupy in the local market. This is particularly important on public daily-fee courses where the “average golfer” may make up as much as 85 to 90% of the revenue source. The way in which we design a public daily-fee golf course is very different from the way in which we design a destination golf course or private country club or a course which is intended to provide for accelerated real estate sales. Understanding the Owner’s goals and the target market is critical to the long-term success of the golf course.

In addition, we feel strongly that a well designed golf course can provide an enjoyable experience for the average golfer while at the same time offer the challenge and strategy which the more skilled golfer seeks.

Lastly, we believe that there exists a strong relationship between the natural and the built environment and that a well designed golf course should respond to the existing site and blend easily into the surrounding landscape. This results in a course which is less expensive to construct, less costly to maintain and one that is more aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

Products and Services

Herfort Norby specializes exclusively in the design of golf courses, golf course communities and golf practice facilities. This specialization provides the following advantages:

Experience working with golf committees and boards

Experience in obtaining regulatory approvals.

Experience working with golf course contractors

Creative and experienced design solutions

Construction phasing and estimating experience

Complete planning of all aspects of the project prior to construction

Representation by a professional liaison during construction

The preparation of detailed plans and typewritten specifications insures that both the client and the contractor thoroughly understand the scope of the project. This allows the client to take full advantage of the competitive bid process and allows the contractor to submit his bid with confidence based on definitive quantities of materials and labor.

Key personnel

  • Kevin G. Norby, ASLA - President
  • David J. Newinski - Associate Designer

Last modified 18 Mar 2011 - 16:10

GolfBizWiki Articles Sponsored by Herfort Norby Golf Course Architects

5 Factors to consider when Renovating Bunkers
Bunker renovations can be minor or major but should always be well thought out in advance.
Modified by Kevin Norby on 18 Jul 2011
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The nicer the practice facility, the better position you'll be at attracting users...
Modified by Kevin Norby on 11 Oct 2011
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Discusses the process and benefits of having a long range master plan to prioritize improvements to your golf course and improve your bottom line.
Modified by Kevin Norby on 21 Mar 2011
Number of Articles found: 3
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