When you're raising a family, your home needs to do more than just look good, it has to work hard. From toddler chaos to teenage hangouts, family life moves fast. And the right home makes all the difference. 

At High Grange Developments, we design our luxury new build homes in Cumbria with real families in mind. Whether you’ve got a baby on the way or a couple of school-aged kids under your roof, here’s how to create a space that grows with you and supports the lifestyle you want. 

Open-Plan Living for Everyday Life 

One of the biggest benefits of a new build home is the layout; modern, open, and made for multitasking. 

High Grange homes feature open-plan kitchen-dining spaces, perfect for keeping an eye on little ones while you cook, or helping with homework while dinner’s in the oven. The flow of the home just makes sense, no awkward corners, no wasted space, just room to live, relax and reconnect. 

Built-In Storage = Built-In Sanity 

Let’s be honest, kids come with stuff. Toys, tech, clothes, school bags, sports kits... it adds up quickly. That’s why clever storage is a must-have in any family home. 

High Grange homes are designed with generous storage throughout, from spacious built-in wardrobes to utility rooms. Everything has a home, which means your living space stays calmer, tidier, and easier to manage day to day. 

Safe Outdoor Space for Play (and Peace) 

A secure garden is non-negotiable for many families, and every High Grange home includes turfed or seeded lawns, block paved patios and clearly defined boundaries. Whether it's space for garden toys, football practice or just a picnic lunch in the sun, your outdoor area becomes an extra room in warmer months. 

And with coach lighting at the front door and dusk-to-dawn lights at the rear, your home feels safe and welcoming from day to night. 

Family-Friendly Features Included as Standard 

When you buy new, you’re not inheriting someone else’s tired fixtures, you’re starting fresh with quality finishes and practical details that support busy lives. 

At High Grange, every family home comes with: 

• Blended facing bricks for a timeless, durable exterior
• uPVC windows and doors for low-maintenance and enhanced security
• High-spec insulation to keep energy bills down and comfort levels up
• Water and electric to garages (where applicable) for flexible storage or hobbies 

These aren't extras, they're standard. Because your home should work as hard as you do. 

Close to Everything That Matters 

All the design in the world won’t matter if the location doesn’t fit your lifestyle, and that’s where High Grange really shines. 

Our Keekle Meadows development is close to local schools, shops, outdoor spaces and transport links. That means less time commuting and more time enjoying the moments that matter. For Sellafield employees, it’s a particularly convenient spot, and for children, it’s a safe, settled place to grow up. 

Room to Grow - Now and in the Future 

A family-friendly home isn’t just about what works now, it’s about what comes next. 

From extra bedrooms to turn into home offices or hobby spaces, to flexible layouts that adapt as kids get older, our homes are designed to evolve with you. And because they’re new builds, you’ll have far fewer maintenance worries over time, giving you more freedom and flexibility as life changes.