Chris Brands

Chris Brands is a respected golf course architect and design associate who has made a significant impact through his collaborations with industry leaders. He built his early career working for John Fought before joining The Lehman Golf Course Design Group, partnering closely with British Open champion Tom Lehman. Brands played a pivotal role in the routing and design of The Prairie Club’s Dunes Course, carefully preserving the dramatic sand dunes of the Midwest landscape. His dedication to strategic course design is further evidenced by his work at Cragun’s Resort in Minnesota, where he helped renovate and expand the 54-hole Legacy Courses project alongside Lehman, focusing on playability, visual beauty, and sustainability. Known for hands-on involvement, Brands brings creative solutions and technical expertise to each project, leaving a legacy of challenging yet accessible courses that appeal to golf purists and casual players alike.