SHOWHOME | DONAGHADEE
Step Inside The New Leaf at High Trees
Discover a home designed for comfort, beauty and care for the planet.
🏆Award-Winning Sustainable Homes
✓ FSC Certified
⚡A-Rated Energy Efficiency
🌍 All-Ireland Pollinator Plan Partner
Our Vision
Why a Green Show Home?
Homes designed not just for today, but for the future. Enhancing wellbeing, economical to live in, and kind to the planet.
Sustainable by Design
This show home embodies our commitment to sustainability and eco-conscious living, using carefully chosen materials that reflect environmental stewardship.
Every element has been thoughtfully selected to create a space that’s not only beautiful and comfortable, but also actively contributes to a healthier planet and a healthier you.
Sustainable Materials & Features
- Bauwerk Limewash Paints – Non-toxic, chemical-free, rich in natural pigment, enhancing air quality
- Sedna Carpets – Made from recycled nylon, supporting marine conservation initiatives
- Recycled Furniture – Including Foresso dining table and Normann Copenhagen pieces
- Innovative Lighting - Crafted from recycled cardboard and paper waste
- Natural Elements – Cork, jute, mango wood, and living moss wall for air quality
- Local Craftsmanship – Bespoke cabinetry minimizing environmental impact
- Habitat for Humanity Partnership – Vintage pieces supporting community sustainability
Biodiversity & Beauty
Your Sustainable Garden
Supporting native pollinators while creating spaces of beauty and relaxation
Designed by Sow Grateful Landscaping
As landscapers for Strand Homes, Sow Grateful Landscaping creates outdoor spaces that support native pollinators while offering beauty and relaxation. As part of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan, the design focuses on diverse habitats and rich foraging opportunities for bees, butterflies, and other wildlife.
Pollinator-Friendly Plants
Achillea (Yarrow)
Echinacea
Hydrangea 'Limelight'
Thyme
Sage
Nectar-rich purple-blue flowers
Lemon Balm
Oregano
Agastache
This thoughtful landscaping blends sustainability, biodiversity, and enjoyment, showcasing how gardens can thrive in harmony with nature.
Your Strand Home Build
Sustainability & Energy Efficiency
In 2022, we led the way in bringing ‘Green Energy’ to our new homes. Not only does this help our environment, but it also delivers significant financial gains for our customers.
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Solar PV Panels
Six solar panels are integrated into the roof, producing clean renewable energy that lowers running costs—especially valuable as energy prices rise.
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5kWh Solar Battery System
Connected to a high-spec hybrid inverter and switchgear, the system intelligently manages electricity flow between generation, storage, and household use.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Point
A dedicated EV charger allows homeowners to power their electric vehicle using free solar energy.
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High-Performance Building Fabric
High-efficiency windows, doors, and insulation throughout walls, roof, and floors—reducing heat loss, improving comfort, and cutting energy bills.
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EPC 'A' Rating
All homes achieve an exceptional ‘A’ energy rating, representing the highest standard of energy efficiency.
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Low-Energy LED Lighting
Every room features low-energy LED lighting, designed for longevity, efficiency, and a reduced carbon footprint.
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Smart Heating App
Monitor and control heating via smartphone or tablet, with zonal temperature control, custom scheduling, real-time energy monitoring, and renewable system integration.
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Sustainable Timber Frame
Constructed using FSC-certified, sustainably sourced timber, providing excellent energy efficiency and reduced embodied carbon.