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Alexander Petrie (architect)

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Alexander Petrie
Bornc. 1842
Died1905
NationalityBritish
OccupationArchitect
BuildingsScott Street Methodist Church, Perth, Scotland

Alexander Petrie (c. 1842–1905) was a Scottish architect, prominent in the second half of the 19th century and first half of the 20th. He designed several notable buildings, mainly churches, several of which are now of listed status.

Life and career

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Petrie was born in Paisley around 1842.[1]

After gaining an interest in architecture, he became a pupil of John Thomas Rochead and began working in Glasgow in 1871. His practice was continued by his sons as A. Petrie & Sons upon his death in 1905.[1]

Selected notable works

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Death

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Petrie died in 1905, aged around 63.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Dictionary of Scottish Architects - DSA Architect Biography Report (February 7, 2023, 1:25 am)". www.scottisharchitects.org.uk. Retrieved 7 February 2023.
  2. ^ a b Historic Environment Scotland. "35 Dowanhill Street, Downvale Free Church of Scotland (LB50182)". Retrieved 7 February 2023.
  3. ^ "Temple - Anniesland Cross UP-UF-Pa-Temple A Pa Church - Glasgow, Strathclyde - Places of Worship in Scotland | SCHR". www.scottishchurches.org.uk. Retrieved 7 February 2023.