Architecture of Edinburgh & Unbuilt Scotland See Also 1873cathedralsEdinburghScotlandSt. Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh CompetitionWilliam Burges (1827-81) Random Building 1890 – National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh 1873 – Design for Edinburgh Cathedral Home / Buildings / Architecture of Scotland / Unbuilt Scotland / 1873 – Design for Edinburgh Cathedral Architect: William Burges Perspective view of unsuccessful design for Edinburgh Cathedral – the commission was won by George Gilbert Scott. Published in The Architect, February 15th 1873. Published February 18, 2011 | Last Updated May 31, 2024 See Also 1873 cathedrals Edinburgh Scotland St. Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh Competition William Burges (1827-81)