When former Paramount Studios set designer and cinema stylist Roberto Coppa was given carte blanche to design the artists village of Altos de Chavón, he was tasked with building a mecca for art and culture. Often referenced as a replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village, Altos de Chavón is far from being a replica, […]
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Naeem Khan returns to Fundación MIR runway
In the spirit of The Magical Splendor Gala that will take place this Saturday, Jan. 14, at the home of Alfy and Raysa Fanjul, we invite you to take a look back at our interview with esteemed fashion designer Naeem Khan, who returns as the guest of honor again this year, showcasing his Spring/ Summer 2017 ready-to-wear collection. […]
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Winter Edition of CasaLife features “Designing Paradise”
We couldn’t be more excited to announce the launch of the Holiday edition of our sister publication, CasaLife. In it, we headline “Designing Paradise”, the first of a 4 part series where David Peacock, a community member passionate about researching how Casa de Campo came to be, and Adolfo Despradel, director of the Planning and Design Department for Costasur, […]
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A beautiful presentation of the Nativity scene by the children of Fundación MIR
Every holiday season, the talented children of the Fundación MIR prepare a beautiful interpretation of the Christmas Story which they perform in Altos de Chavón as part of Casa de Campo’s holiday events. It is a wonderful occasion that reminds us all of the true meaning of Christmas.
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The first Casa de Campo Living Magazine is in!
Over the years you’ve gotten to know our TODO Casa de Campo magazine, a guide to Casa de Campo’s activities, calendar, and guide to shopping and dining. This December, we’re streamlining it with our website which always brings you the most timely news and coverage of events happening within the resort. Our first edition of […]
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A tour through some of the best movies with Stage Art Studio’s “A Night in Hollywood”
Saturday night was a night we are positive the students, families and friends of Stage Art Studio will remember for a long time. Alicia Campillo, along with her students and crew for Stage Art Studio, presented a “A Night in Hollywood” – a wonderful show filled with lights, music, and most of all, talent!
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What every woman wants this Christmas: A gift from Everett Designs
If you ask any member of the community who William “Bill” Everett is we are sure they will immediately know. Back in 1979, William and Rosemary Everett founded Everett Designs, a store that has become synonymous with elegance, beauty, and unique luxury.
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Carlos Montesino invokes a visual dialogue in “Extrasensorial” at The Gallery in Altos de Chavón
Carlos Montesino, celebrated artist and longtime professor of Fine Arts at the Chavón School of Design and the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, exhibited “Extrasensorial” last Thursday evening at The Gallery in Altos de Chavón. His collection of works, produced between 2014-2016, showcased paintings, photographs, ceramics, and engravings of the natural world, and included a particular interest […]
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Talented Chavonero Argenis Lebron leads mural project at the Santa Rosa de Lima Church
If you are part of the Casa de Campo community and even La Romana community, you have most likely heard of Argenis Lebron. Argenis is a graduate of the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design and teaches art at the Hogar del Niño, leading the mural painting of their “Zona Verde.” He is well known for his beautiful art that pushes […]
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*Update: More photos!* Mr. Andrés Pichardo inaugurates Casa de Campo’s Holiday Season with the Christmas Lighting Ceremony
*UPDATE: See the new gallery of photos below!* Last Friday December 9th, Altos de Chavón was alive with friends and families awaiting the very anticipated Christmas Lighting Ceremony that officially opens Casa de Campo’s merry holiday season! Mr. Andrés Pichardo, Casa de Campo Resort’s new president, and Mr. Carlos Santos Durán, Vice Minister of Institutional Development of the Ministry of […]
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You are invited to experience “A Night in Hollywood” by Stage Art Studio
To celebrate its first year teaching Performing Arts in La Romana, Stage Art Studio will be having a BIG celebration this Saturday, December 17th. It’s a show for the whole family, full of lights, camera and action!