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James Craig and his plan for Edinburgh's New Town
James Craig – 31 October 1739 – 23 June 1795
James Craig was the Edinburgh architect who won the 1766 competition to plan the New Town of Edinburgh.
His layout used the topography of the site, and the grid-iron, uncluttered plan proposed was in stark contrast to the narrow streets and closes of the Old Town.
Sources and Further Reading
James Craig – Basic Biographical Details – from the Dictionary of Scottish Architects (DSA)
James Craig in the National Records of Scotland Hall of Fame