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One of Scotland’s most popular golf clubs is braced for the creation of a second championship course.

The latest example of Bandon emulation comes from the Village at Machrihanish Dunes, an off-the-beaten-path resort on the Kintyre Peninsula, in western Scotland. Already home to Machrihanish Dunes, an acclaimed links by David McLay Kidd, the Scottish-born designer of the original course at Bandon, the resort is on path to build a second 18.

How do you describe Southworth’s culture and how important has it been to maintain a family feel as the company has grown in size and scale? “This is one of my favorite questions. I’ve had the incredible and unique opportunity to watch my father run the company alongside Joe Deitch (father of my childhood friend, Matt Deitch) for many years, so stepping into this new role holds a lot of weight for me!– and I mean that in the best way possible.”

The two entrepreneurs and visionaries launched Willowbend in 1991, breaking the tether to antiquated ideas and defying the expectations and traditions of the club world. Now, decades later, David’s son, Tommy Southworth is leading the charge, as president, to continue to break the mold and redefine what it means to belong.

Exclusivity is the name of the game. Located on the island of Great Abaco in the Bahamas, The Abaco Club’s expansion plans include a long list of luxurious amenities.

Tucked between gently swaying palms and azure waters on Great Abaco Island, Abaco Club by Southworth Development is an extraordinary private paradise. In this soul-enriching, 500-acre sanctuary of astounding natural beauty, families unwind in organic luxury at island-inspired homes, golfers swing away on the No. 1 course in The Bahamas, anglers pursue trophy bonefish and deep-sea marlin in world-renowned waters, members gather for sociable fun and imaginative cuisine, and people of all ages relax and play on powder-soft, white sands along one of the most beautiful beaches on Earth.

Eleanor Brown, Southworth Development’s first sustainability director, on expanding eco-friendly design and business at the high end.

Listen in as Michael Williams sits down with Eleanor Brown, Director of Sustainability at Southworth Development, as they dive into the exciting ways owner/operators can make their facilities more environmentally friendly.

Willowbend member and resident Deborah Levy spoke to the Wall Street Journal about finding community and creating a home at Willowbend.