James Smith (architect, died 1731)

The Low Parks Museum in Hamilton, originally designed by James Smith as the home of David Crawford, secretary to the Duke of Hamilton.

James Smith (c. 1645–1731) was a Scottish architect, who pioneered the Palladian style in Scotland. He was described by Colen Campbell, in his Vitruvius Britannicus (1715–1725), as "the most experienced architect of that kingdom".^[1]

^ Campbell, Colen (1715–1725). Vitruvius Britannicus. ii, 3, quoted in Gifford, p.62

[1] Campbell, Colen (1715–1725). Vitruvius Britannicus. ii, 3, quoted in Gifford, p.62

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James Smith (architect, died 1731)

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