See Striking Stone Slabs At François & Co.'s New Boutique

Founded in 1997 by Thierry François, Atlanta-based François & Co. first made its mark pioneering scagliola stone mantels in the U.S. Fifteen years after expanding into flooring and surfaces—including cut-to-size stone, parquet hardwoods and reclaimed terra cotta—the company has embarked on a fresh category: stone slabs. Debuting this spring in Morningside-Lenox Park, The Slab Boutique by François & Co. showcases more than 50 exquisite stone varieties, from Italian marble and Belgian bluestone to Brazilian quartzite. Guests are greeted by striking slabs (such as Calacatta Pietrasanta marble) arranged in a museum-like display, leading to a temperature-controlled warehouse custom outfitted for the rare specimens. “We’re not simply selling slabs,” shares François, emphasizing craftsmanship over volume. “We’re curating for beauty and quality, much like fine art.”