Black Desert Resort - Master Planning
Services Rendered
- Programming
- Urban Planning
- Master Planning
- Site Planning
- Design
- Permitting & Jurisdictional Requirements
- Architecture
- Illustrations
Project Data
“When it comes to outdoor activities in Utah, Black Desert Resort stands out as a unique destination. Situated in the heart of the Greater Zion area, we’re just a short drive away from two of America’s most stunning national parks, offering boundless opportunities for exploration and adventure. Within the resort’s 600 acres of diverse terrain, you’ll find an immersive and unparalleled environment. From sandstone cliffs to petrified dunes, and a vast desert ecosystem, our surroundings are perfect for hiking rugged trails, biking scenic paths, enjoying thrilling horseback rides, and indulging in outdoor adventures that cater to your inner explorer.” – www.blackdesertresort.com
Project Architect
Joel Bringhurst
Location
St. George, Ivins, Santa Clara, Utah
Project Year
2018 - 2023
Project Area
600 Acres
Project Description
Black Desert Resort is a reimagined expansion to the established community of Entrada in Southern Utah. Black Desert’s goal is to be more inclusive than it’s predecessor by offering more amenities and attractions to a broader demographic. Urban Design provided overall master planning and site planning throughout the project from the earliest stage. As Architects, we’ve also designed multiple buildings and structures within the resort.
The overall project is planned into areas we call ‘Villages’ that are oriented toward potential user groups and recreation or activities. At the heart of the resort is a 300 room Hotel with a full spa and restaurants. The hotel is the main point of entry and check-in for the resort, including experiences such as golf and the water park. The North end of the resort hosts the ‘Golf Village’ where ‘Stay & Play’ housing units are located. The East hosts the ‘Boardwalk Village’ where retail, restaurants and a more urban living experience occurs. The South end hosts the ‘Family Village’ where there are activities for children of all ages such as the waterpark and arcade, along with associated ‘Stay & Play’ housing.
Additional Information & News
” The PGA TOUR and Black Desert Resort announced today a new PGA TOUR tournament, the Black Desert Championship, set to debut in 2024 during the FedExCup Fall. As part of a four-year agreement, the Black Desert Championship will mark the first PGA TOUR event contested in Utah in more than 60 years. A celebratory kickoff announcing the event was held Friday in Greater Zion with Utah Governor Spencer Cox in attendance along with representatives from Black Desert Resort.
The Black Desert Championship will be part of the PGA TOUR’s 2024 FedExCup Fall as a Full-Field event. Tournament dates will be announced at a later time. The 2024 PGA TOUR Season begins in January with the FedExCup Regular Season, followed by three FedExCup Playoffs events in August and the FedExCup Fall starting in September.” – www.pgatour.com
“Black Desert Resort Golf Course in Ivins, Utah, near St. George, proudly announces being named the future host of an LPGA Tour competition in 2025. With emerald fairways carved amid ancient black lava fields and surrounded by Southern Utah’s stunning red rock mountains, this Tom Weiskopf championship 18-hole golf course offers an unparalleled experience and presents an incredible opportunity for LPGA Tour athletes, the best female golfers in the world, to showcase their power and dedication in a new light.” – www.lpga.com