James Craig (architect)

James Craig (31 October 1739 23 June 1795) was a Scottish architect who worked mostly in lowlands of the country and especially his native city of Edinburgh. He is remembered primarily for his layout of the first Edinburgh New Town.

James Craig
portrait by David Allan
Born(1739-10-31)31 October 1739
Edinburgh
Died23 June 1795(1795-06-23) (aged 55)
NationalityScottish
OccupationArchitect
ProjectsEdinburgh New Town
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