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Fairway to heaven Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club breaks ground on new clubhouse
BY ROB MYERS
V ERTICAL CONSTRUCTION IS underway on a new 24,000-square-foot clubhouse and event facility at Ak- Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club. The project, led by the Ak-Chin Indian Community, is scheduled to open in spring 2027 and will feature a contemporary food hall, an expanded Arroyo Grille, private dining rooms, a banquet hall, a larger golf shop, enhanced kitchen space, a bridal suite and an indoor golf simulator room with a GOLFZON simulator. The simulator space will also convert into a gathering area for groomsmen during weddings. The clubhouse was designed by Meyers + Associates Architecture of Columbus,
clubhouse, new halfway station and upgraded cart barn will increase capacity for weddings, tournaments and large events while improving the golfer experience through updated check- in, merchandise and dining options. The halfway facility will offer grab-and-go food, restrooms and hydration stations intended to speed pace of play. PIMMEX-CHASSE Business Unit Leader Eric Noble said Phase 1 construction began with a parking lot expansion. Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club is managed by Troon Golf, the resort and daily-fee division of Troon.
of the course and surrounding desert. Guests will move from the entry lobby through the food hall and event areas to a signature bar, covered patio and event lawn. Meyers + Associates Principal Architect Chris Meyers said the design aims to “exemplify the community culture” while transforming existing facilities into a space for DUNE DEAL celebrations, dining and golf. “The focus of the project was to enhance the culture of the Ak-Chin Community and offer a facility that brings people together for celebrations, dining and an exceptional golf experience,” Meyers said. Project partners said the expanded
include patio dining areas, an event lawn, a fire feature, a reimagined putting green and a Halfway House between the ninth green and 10th tee designed as a drive-through market offering food and beverage options. Ak-Chin Community Chairman Gabriel Lopez said the project reflects the community’s commitment to enhancing the guest experience. “We are committed to continuing the tradition of providing best-in-state golf experience, expanding the amenities around our community, and delivering the region’s preeminent dining and event destination,” Lopez said. The building centers on a main circulation axis connecting public spaces and framing views
Exterior design materials include exposed timber, natural stone, stucco and decorative concrete, paired with desert-inspired tones of sand, ochre and red. Planned outdoor features
Ohio. Arizona-based PIMMEX-CHASSE is handling construction, while Troon Design and Development is assisting the community’s Capital Projects team with project management.
InMaricopa.com | May 2026
May 2026 | InMaricopa.com
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