ema architects

ema architects | cork

How We Can Help

Planning a building project can feel complex - We simplify it.

We work with homeowners across Cork to make the process clear and manageable. Whether you're extending your home, building new, or navigating planning permission, we guide you from first sketches through to completed construction. Our work is practical, thoughtful, and tailored to each client — creating spaces that support everyday living and respond to their surroundings.

We offer a range of services across Architecture, Planning, Conservation, and Environmental design.

Architecture

Architectural Design
Planning Applications
Guidance on selecting and appointing the right contractor
Managing your project through construction to completion
Compliance Certification

Planning

Planning advice
Feasibility assessments
Development strategy and design approach
Planning Statements
Planning Appeals and support

Conservation

Condition Surveys

Grant Application Support
Architectural Heritage Impact Assessments (AHIA)
Section 5 and Section 57 Declaration Applications
Conservation Energy Upgrade works

Environmental

Site Analysis
Building Energy Rating (BER)
Guidance on SEAI Grants
Passive House Design
EnerPHit (Passive House standard for retrofit of existing building)

Residential Projects

A selection of recent residential projects across Cork, including new homes, extensions and renovations.

New Home | Kinsale

A contemporary coastal home designed to maximise views, natural light, and energy performance.

New Home | Kilcrea

A new build in a rural setting, designed to respond to the landscape while delivering a practical and energy-efficient home.

New Home, Bishopstown

A contemporay home carefully integrated into its surroundings, balancing privacy with open, light-filled living spaces.

New Home | Model Farm Road

A modern family home designed to maximise natural light and create a strong connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.

New Home | Farranlea Park

A compact, contemporary home designed to make efficient use of space while maintaining a bright and open internal layout.

Mews House | Beaumont Avenue

A high-quality urban infill project creating a modern, efficient living space, designed for clients looking to downsize from a larger family home while remaining within their community.

3 New Houses | Farranlea Road

A small residential development designed to complement the existing streetscape while providing modern, well-proportioned homes within a constrained site.

Extension | Ballincollig

A carefully designed extension that enhances the existing home, improving layout, light, and connection to the rear garden, while complementing the original house.

'Extension' | Baltimore

Proposed – 3D visualisation of a small standalone unit providing additional accommodation, carefully positioned to complement and connect with the existing summer house - Planning Permission Granted.

2 New Houses | Fermoy

Proposed – 3D visualisation of a small residential scheme designed to provide homes that respond to the surrounding context and streetscape with a split level design adjoining a designated Architectural Conservation Area - Planning Permission Granted.

Summer House | West Cork

Proposed – 3D visualisation of a contemporary summer house designed to take advantage of its coastal setting, maximising light, views and connection to the landscape and water - Design development/ Pre Planning Stage.

Extension | Ballincollig

Proposed – 3D visualisation of a single-storey extension providing independent living accommodation for a family member of the client, integrated with the existing dwelling - Design Development/ Pre-Planning Stage.

About EMA Architects

We are a Cork-based architectural practice specialising in residential design — from new homes and extensions to carefully considered renovations.

Our approach is practical and tailored to each client, creating spaces that support everyday living while responding sensitively to their surroundings.

Testimonials

“We approached EMA Architects for help with a planning application on a difficult site, and their expertise made a real difference. They provided clear advice from the beginning and handled the process professionally throughout. Their understanding of the planning system gave us confidence, and we were very pleased with the outcome.”

Declan, Fermoy

Testimonials

"EMA Architects were a pleasure to work with—professional, practical, and supportive throughout the entire project. The final design works brilliantly for us, and the process felt smooth, transparent, and well managed at every stage. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them, and have already done so to my brother and his family as they start the journey in building their new family home."

Eoin, Carrigrohane

Testimonials

“EMA Architects helped us design and deliver an extension to our home, and the experience was excellent throughout. They listened carefully to our needs and developed a solution that has completely transformed how we use the space. The process felt straightforward, and we felt well advised at every stage. The finished result has made a real difference to our lives.”

Rose, Ballincollig

Start Your Project

Thinking about a new home, extension or renovation?

Click on the Contact Form button below, tell us a bit about your plans, and we’ll get back to you within 1–2 working days.

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Email: info@emac.ie

Website: www.emac.ie

Phone: 086 0850237

Address: EMA Architects, The Rise, Bishopstown, Cork, T12H72Y.

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