THE OPEN DOCTOR

Known in golfing circles as "The Open Doctor" for his celebrated work remodeling several U.S. Open course, Rees Jones has become one of the most renowned golf course architects in the world.

His design philosophy is best described by Jones himself, "The style of a course is dictated by the contours of the land. The importance of the visual impact of a golf hole from the tee should never be underestimated. Natural elements are embellished and created elements are made to look natural. Every design is customized to enhance what nature offers, always with a sensitivity to environmental issues."

Echelon is testament to this philosophy and joins a distinguished list of original Rees Jones course designs in Georgia including: Piedmont Driving Club in Atlanta, Reynolds Plantation on Lake Oconee and Ocean Forest Golf Club on Sea Island.