About
Golf legend Sam Snead and his son Jack assisted Ed Carton during the construction of Poplar Grove Golf Course, marking a unique collaboration between a famed player and a modern architect.
Ed Carton is an American golf course architect known for his influential role in modern golf course design, particularly across Virginia. After spending 15 years honing his craft in the golf design and planning industry, Carton established Carton Design Studio in 2001. His early career included working with world-renowned architect Tom Fazio, which helped shape his design philosophy and technical approach. Carton is perhaps best known for notable projects such as Poplar Grove Golf Course in Amherst and Spring Creek in Gordonsville, both of which have garnered acclaim for their challenging layouts and integration with the natural landscape. His portfolio is lauded for using advanced CAD technology to blend environmental stewardship with playability. Carton's leadership extends to collegiate facilities, including the design of Liberty University’s new golf practice area, which aims to set a benchmark for training environments in college golf. His commitment continues to shape the region’s golf landscape.
