We were approached by Mocca Capital to support the development of a new masterplan for Brae of Angus, a major leisure destination set within the Angus countryside.
Building on the site’s exceptional views and rural character, the proposals reimagine the development as a village resort, a collection of smaller buildings arranged around a central square, rather than a single large, formal hotel structure. This approach creates a more human-scaled, legible place, rooted in the patterns of rural settlements.
At its heart, the village square anchors a mix of hotel accommodation, lodges, a country club and leisure uses, supporting a lively, year-round destination. Golf, wellness, family activities and outdoor pursuits are woven into a landscape-led masterplan that prioritises movement, connection and experience.
The ambition is to create a distinctive regional destination that balances international appeal with a strong sense of place, while supporting local tourism and long-term economic growth.
The masterplan establishes a clear and robust framework for the long-term development of the site, setting out a coherent vision for a distinctive new destination in East Scotland.
Sector: Leisure | Masterplanning | Residential
Status: PPiP
Date: 2026
Early-stage massing studies of guest amenities and attractions arranged around a traditional village square.
Project Details:
Client: Mocca Capital
Project Manager: CPC Project Services
Master Planning / Landscape: The Paul Hogarth Company
Architect: Oran Architects
Planning Consultants: Ryden
M&E Engineering: RSP
Transport: Fairhursts
Economic: Tourism Development Consultancy Ltd (TDC)
Ecology / Environmental: ECOS Countryside Services
Civil & Structural Engineer: Curtins
PR & Communications: Orbit
