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Dunfermline’s `Genius` Architect

by Robin Thompson | 27 Jan 2016 | Articles

Here, Dr Jean Barclay tells us about the life and achievements of William Stark. A pioneer of the Neo-Classical style, during his short life William was to design, and adapt, some of the most important buildings in Scotland.   by Dr Jean Barclay Abbotsford House...
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