The link below will take you to an article written to help the golfer understand the goal and vision of Pinehurst's #2 Course renovation. In regard to aesthetics, agronomics, and playability the site of last weeks U.S. Open was a far cry from venues of the past. Some liked it some didn't and I myself am on the fence. Regardless of preference the big picture thinking that went into this course renovation and set up is intriguing.

http://www.turfnet.com/page/news.html/_/commentary-us-open-brings-topic-of-sustainable-golf-to-the-masses-finally-r330