William Butterfield

Architect

Birthday September 7, 1814

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace London, England

DEATH DATE Feb 23, 1900 (85)

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About

English architect who designed numerous churches. Some of his best known works include the Balliol College Chapel at the University of Oxford and All Saints, Margaret Street in London. He was associated with the Gothic Revival movement in architecture. 

Before Fame

He was a pupil of architect E.L. Blackburne.

Trivia

He was awarded the Royal Gold Medal for architecture in 1884. He was buried in a tomb that he designed himself. Despite being brought up in a non conformist home, he drew inspiration from religion. He also designed hotels, colleges and hospitals.

Family Life

He grew up with eight siblings.

Associated With

John Pawson is another famous architect from England.