Pendleton Scott Clark: Life and Works

Abstract

Pendleton Scott Clark was an active architect in Lynchburg, Virginia and surrounding areas from 1920 until his death in 1975. The firm Clark started in the 1950's; Clark, Nexen, and Owen; is still practicing in Lynchburg and Norfolk, Virginia. His works were mainly in the areas of scholastic institutions, banks, public buildings, commercial buildings and collegiate and domestic housing. During his earlier career, Clark concentrated mostly on domestic architecture in the Piedmont area, while the firm he formed later engaged almost entirely in institutional and naval defense work. Clark's contributions to architecture are by no means restricted to Virginia. Between himself and his firm, examples of his work can be found in many states but are concentrated in the southeast. Proof of the quality and proficiency of Clark's career is seen through his prolific. involvement in his field, the works themselves, and the variety of honors and awards bestowed to him throughout his career. Mr. Clark's high standards and goals extended beyond his profession. He was very active in the community and the church, and a successful father and grandfather. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the life of Pendleton Scott Clark in both personal and career aspects. In handling his career, a more detailed look into two of his domestic designs is made. [From introductory section]