Plans have been lodged to build a new 'eco house' on the outskirts of Dalmellington.

Under proposals submitted to East Ayrshire Council's planning department by BKDS Architectural Design Services Ltd, the three-bedroom home would be situated on a stretch of the B741 road towards New Cumnock.

The one-storey home would comprise of a flat roof and a courtyard within the centre of the building.

Planned visuals of the home.Planned visuals of the home. (Image: East Ayrshire Council)

Developers say they plan to utilise the sunlight to reduce energy consumption of the home, with windows located to take advantage of the sun path.

A design statement lodged with the plans states: "Visual inspiration for landscaping and natural look utilising a mixture of native Scottish trees, grasses and stones.

"We intend to do extensive planting to the west of the site to create a small forestry to add to the natural environment already present- this will be hugely inspired by surrounding ancient woodlands.

"The client's concept was for a clean, simplistic and modern dwelling set in the landscape to compliment the natural surroundings.

"Initial discussions focused around the impact the dwelling would have in the landscape, there was a focus to keep the ridge height low to minimise this impact."

The home will be located on the road between Dalmellington and New Cumnock.The home, if planning permission is approved. will be located on the road between Dalmellington and New Cumnock. (Image: Street view)

Plans were submitted for the new home in July, with a decision expected to be made by October.

You can view the full plans on the East Ayrshire Council planning portal, by searching application 24/0367/PP.