Michael
Thank you for the photo tour. I'm not sure the 1st reminded me of Machrihanish even with the diagonal carry but the 7th did remind me of a hole at Goswick. Overall it looks like a largely ground hugging design which is in keeping with the general topography which I think is to the gca's credit. I'm sure other gca's might have been tempted to shift a lot of dirt and build everything up. I'm glad they didn't, or at least it appears they didn't.
One comment you made which I really didn't understand is below. What do you mean by that ?
Niall
Part of Duncan’s vision for Brambles is that the authenticity of its design architecture, maintenance practices, and club ethos will culminate in noteworthy land stewardship and sustainable operations.