Scalamandr?: the destination for fine design and all things beautiful. ** A formidable textiles house and decorative tastemaker for more than 80 years in the world of high-end interior design. Scalamandr? is revered for its comprehensive offerings of fabrics, wallcoverings and trims available to-the-trade through design centers across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The Scalamandr? touch has also been applied to compelling collections of china, crystal, flatware and gifts along with ultra-luxury bedding and related decorative accessories showcased in fine stores worldwide. ** Scalamandr?: Haute D?cor celebrates the world of Scalamandr? as seen through the eyes of the international design elite while paying homage to the people, places and events that contributed to the nearly cinematic Scalamandr? story. All those who appreciate and cultivate beauty in their lives will enjoy this insider?s look at this interior design treasure. ** Steven Stolman, designer, writer and all-around style provocateur, was born in Boston, raised in West Hartford and attended Carnegie Mellon and Northwestern Universities before graduating from New York?s Parsons School of Design. Known for his lighthearted use of decorative fabrics in apparel design, he now serves as president of Scalamandr?, bringing the legendary American textiles house into its future. He divides his time between homes in Florida, New York, and Wisconsin. Hardcover Publisher: Gibbs Smith (2013) Language: English ISBN-10: 1423634942 ISBN-13: 978-1423634942 Product Dimensions: 10 x 13 inches Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds