The Genius of Restraint: How Bandon Dunes Mastered the Art of Doing Less

Bandon Dunes redefined what a modern golf destination could be — not by building more, but by choosing less. Through Mike Keiser’s commitment to simplicity and David McLay Kidd’s belief in natural design, Bandon proved that restraint can be the ultimate act of creativity. Its influence now reaches far beyond the Oregon coast, shaping how the next generation of architects and golfers think about the game itself.