Ema Peter is a Vancouver-based photographer specializing in architecture and interior design. With a background in fine arts and photojournalism, she brings a unique perspective to architectural photography, capturing the interplay of light, materiality, and human presence in built environments. Her work stands out for its clarity, emotion, and strong narrative quality.
Over the years, Ema has collaborated with renowned architects and designers on award-winning projects across North America and beyond. Her photographs have been widely published and recognized internationally, reflecting a refined visual language that elevates architectural storytelling and celebrates the spirit of each space.
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Perched atop a ridge in Healdsburg, California, The Phoenix rises as a powerful symbol of renewal. After losing their previous home to wildfire in 2017, the clients envisioned a fresh start—one that embraced both the beauty of…
Perched on a sprawling five‑acre farm in Langley’s Agricultural Land Reserve, Heimaklettur (Home Rock) House by MOTIV Architects weaves Nordic heritage and high‑performance design into a timber‑framed sanctuary. Sited between Williamson Creek’s forested wetlands and fertile farmland,…
Brar Residence by Omar Gandhi Architects brings three generations together under one roof. Designed for Dr. Savtaj Singh Brar, his wife Jaspreet Dhaliwal, their two young daughters, and Dr. Brar’s mother, this Toronto home blends accessibility with…
Nestled among native vegetation, the Desert Fairways Residence emerges organically from its lush surroundings. Moreover, its low-slung masonry volumes enclose private zones, while a dynamically folded metal canopy shelters the social heart of the home. As a…
Nestled within Arizona’s vast desert landscape, the Desert Geode Residence reveals itself as a harmonious blend of rugged protection and luminous openness. By contrasting folded metal planes with blasted-face masonry, the architects evoke the layered beauty of…
In a rare and dynamic shift, the Re-Folded House by Mcleod Bovell Modern Houses emerged from a mid-construction re-conceptualization. When the original homeowners stepped aside and their daughter took over management of the project, she brought not…
GROW Residence, located in the Bankview neighborhood of Calgary, is redefining urban living with its 20-unit multi-residential housing project. Designed by Grow Architecture, this innovative development focuses on fostering a diverse community through a variety of unit…
Step into the world of Trinity Passive House in Revelstoke, B.C. Designed by STARK Architecture & Interior Design, this home captures stunning mountain views and embodies cohesion and progression.
The Y house sits on a ridge, bordered by mature spruce and fir, and looks down towards Anna Lake and the Rocky Mountains beyond. The principal level of the house is arranged in a Y-shaped plan that…
