About
Keith Foster’s favorite project was The Harvester in Iowa, which has been named the best course in the state by Golfweek and Golf Digest for over eight consecutive years.
Keith Foster is a renowned American golf course architect best known for his specialization in restoration work. Foster began his career under Arthur Hills in 1986, running the West Coast office before establishing his own firm in 1993. His original design projects include The Harvester Golf Club in Iowa and SunRidge Canyon in Arizona, but from the early 2000s, Foster focused almost exclusively on restoring classic courses, bringing back their historic character while updating them for modern play. He has completed renovations on high-profile venues such as Southern Hills Country Club, Colonial Country Club, Old White TPC at The Greenbrier, and Eastward Ho! in Cape Cod. Foster’s restoration projects have been praised for their sensitivity and commitment to architectural heritage, cultivating a three-year backlog of clients during his peak. He has also worked recently on venues for major championships including Congressional Country Club and Olympia Fields Country Club, solidifying his reputation as a master restorer in American golf architecture.
