Donald Brauer

Donald Brauer established himself as a regional golf course architect with a concentrated body of work in Minnesota. His portfolio demonstrates a focus on accessible, well-regarded courses that serve their local golfing communities throughout the state.

Among his notable designs, Alexandria Golf Club in Alexandria stands as his highest-rated work in Course Vaults. Brauer also created Dahlgreen Golf Club in Chaska and The Lakes course at Ruttgers Bay Lake Lodge in Deerwood. His work on the Academy 9 at Braemar Golf Club in Edina shows his versatility in designing both full-length courses and shorter formats.

Brauer's designs reflect a practical approach to Minnesota golf, working with the region's terrain and climate to create courses that balance playability with strategic interest for golfers of varying abilities.

Sources: Course Vaults course links only.