The development will be constructed by local developer Moir Developments on the back of the successful West Newbigging development, and homes are expected to be available in 2023.

Making the announcement on LinkedIn, director Jonathan Reeve said: “The proposed houses are all 1.5 storeys with large open plan areas on the ground floor opening onto a covered external patio space. The four large 4-bedroom homes are arranged parallel with each other so as to replicate a steading form. The main living spaces and patio areas have been orientated to the south & west to allow for passive solar gain and maximise the views of the countryside.

“The houses are of a modern design with a pitched slate roof, vertical weatherboard cladding and natural stonework. The garage is on a separate wing, adjoining the main house, which also contains the main entrance, utility room and large master bedroom suite above.

“The site is superb with 360-degree views of the Angus countryside and we imagine these houses will be snapped up pretty quickly, as one of the houses has been reserved already.”

The practice hopes to obtain planning for a similar development nearby at Inverkeillor for nine houses including three bungalows.