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Members Approve $35M Renovation at BallenIsles

By Brandi Shaffer | March 14th, 2017 Share this article:
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 be completed in 18 months.
Members of BallenIsles in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., have approved a $35 million clubhouse renovation.

The majority vote for the sweeping architectural and redesign project is the culmination of a multi-year evaluation process, initiated and overseen by the Club’s Board of Directors. It included an extensive member survey, independent focus groups, and workshops led by construction and interior design committees.

“Few country clubs offer members such an historic connection to golf and we’re pleased that the members have given their unequivocal approval for the renovation project which will add over 30,000 sq. ft. to the clubhouse,” said General Manager and Chief Operating Officer Chris Card. “It ensures that we will continue to raise the bar as a club that is looking to the future while still upholding the rich legacy of BallenIsles.”

The project is the first major upgrade of the clubhouse facility in more than a decade. The 72,000-sq. ft. clubhouse will be expanded to feature a redesigned 19th Hole on the Clubhouse Terrace, offering views of the East Golf Course, where Nicklaus and many other many golf legends originally qualified for the PGA Tour.