Image: You know we're all about the interiors Instagram community, and one of our favourite factions of it is the Irish self build accounts. If you're looking for real accounts of the graft and ideas that goes into building your own home, you don't need to look any further. Plus, if you've got an Irish self build dream of your own, they are a gold mine of inspiration.
With that in mind, we thought we'd put the spotlight on some incredible Irish self build Instagram accounts for you to follow yourself - these people are at all stages of the self build journey, so there's sure to be someone who matches where you're at with your own project.
1. @CoallaneHouse
Location: Dublin
Instagram: instagram.com/CoallaneHouse
Owned by an architect and interior designer duo, this is an expert journey. Their highlights show their progress from week one when they broke ground, so you won't miss any of it.
2. @CheringtonHouse
Location: Kilkenny
Instagram: instagram.com/CheringtonHouse
After a nine-month build last year, Triona and her family have completed their self build and now they're onto the fun bit - putting the finishing touches to the interiors!
3. @SeaNuaHouse
Location: Tipperary
Instagram: instagram.com/SeaNuaHouse
Jessica and Dan started their Irish self build journey in mid 2017 and had their housewarming after Christmas last year. They're still working on their decor, fitting floors and buying new pieces for every room, so it's far from a completed project, but a joy to watch come together.
4. @TheHouseOver
Location: Dublin
Instagram: instagram.com/TheHouseOver
Kate, Aidan and their three kids under five are building their dream home after years and years of renting. Originally they planned a renovation, but it turned into knocking the whole thing down and starting from scratch. They only took down their scaffolding in February this year so they're on the home stretch now.
5. @Roscommon_NewBuild
Location: Roscommon
Instagram: instagram.com/Roscommon_NewBuild
They broke ground last November and have made huge progress since. Their #MyTipMonday is where they share some of the wisdom they've picked up along the way, things they wish they knew sooner or learned the hard way, meaning there's a wealth of knowledge to learn from.
6. @Our_Self_Build_NI
Location: Northern Ireland
Instagram: instagram.com/Our_Self_Build_NI
A beautiful completed project to keep your hopes alive when it seems like you're getting nowhere fast with your own project, this gorgeous home is owned by an interior designer so you know the inspiration will be on point.
7. @Abhaile_2018
Instagram: instagram.com/Abhaile_2018
If you're looking for a real account of the ups and downs of an Irish self build, look no further than Abhaile_2018, who gives a very realistic view of their journey
8. @NewHouseBuild
Location: Dublin
Instagram: instagram.com/NewHouseBuild
This house is starting to take shape, with windows going in and plastering next on the list. Brian showcases the process as he builds, as well as posting inspiring images for his future dream decor.
9. @DarickHouse
Location: Meath
Instagram: instagram.com/DarickHouse
A timber-frame house with some interesting design features, built by a husband and wife team. He's a carpenter too, so if you've got timber-frame questions, this is your first port of call!
10. @BuildingTheCrowleyHomestead
Location: Cork
Instagram: instagram.com/BuildingTheCrowleyHomestead
Right at the beginning of their journey, the Crowleys are creating a modern take on a traditional farmhouse, with a maximalist interior style, which should be super interesting to watch come together.
11. @Sarahs_Ivy_Hill
Location: Waterford
Instagram: instagram.com/Sarahs_Ivy_Hill
'Completed' just recently in April, after a ten month build, they are now working on their many undone rooms. Watch her journey continue, complete with kids and pets in tow!
12. @KilsarnHouse
Instagram: instagram.com/KilsarnHouse
Lorna and her husband have only moved into their Irish self build this month so they have a big journey ahead of them, but if their beautiful kitchen is anything to go by, we're in for a treat as they complete the interiors.
13. @Our_Self_Build
Location: Kildare
Instagram: instagram.com/Our_Self_Build
With some really interesting design features and interiors choices, Our Self Build is definitely big on inspiration. With plans for a summer of work, now is definitely time to start following.
14. @Wexford_Selfbuild
Location: Wexford
Instagram: instagram.com/Wexford_Selfbuild
They only broke ground in April this year so if you're not following already, you can follow their journey from almost the beginning, and they're sharing snaps of all their progress.
15. @BuildingBryandrum
Location: Northern Ireland
Instagram: instagram.com/BuildingBryandrum
Foundations were laid in 2017 on Bryandrum, and over a year later, they have begun decorating and putting the finishing touches on many of their rooms.
16. @WestofIrelandSelfBuild
Location: West of Ireland
Instagram: instagram.com/WestofIrelandSelfBuild
While they have been living in their Irish self build for over a year, they admit it's still a work in progress, but their Instagram highlights contain a wealth of information about the whole process.
17. @HanoraHouse
Location: Waterford
Instagram: instagram.com/HanoraHouse
Grainne and David began building in March this year, and they are flying along. Check out their highlights for some serious interiors inspo - and follow along to see how they realise them when the house is up and ready for living in.
18. @OurSelfBuildAdventure
Location: Northern Ireland
Instagram: instagram.com/OurSelfBuildAdventure
After building completed, they moved into their Irish self build in April this year, and now thoughts have turned to finishing the interiors.
19. @Teach_Na_Lana
Location: South East Ireland
Instagram: instagram.com/Teach_Na_Lana
After a slow start, Grainne is now mid-build and her highlights are full of info - particularly check out her saving highlight if you're looking at cobbling together the cash for your own self build.
20. @TheBrambledBoreen
Location: Mayo
Instagram: instagram.com/TheBrambledBoreen
Laura's Irish self build is a family affair, and really showcases the reality of building your own home with kids in tow - homework on the site? So be it!
21. @TheHouseInTheHollow
Location: Antrim
Instagram: instagram.com/TheHouseInTheHollow
With an architect owner, Gareth is well worth a follow for the innovative ideas he posts, as well as following his self build journey.
