insamana n°12 - November 2014 (English version)

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El 21

A house with a view

Playa Bonita Beach Residences Only steps away from the beach

Casa Phil Modern and eclectic

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OPINION

Photo: Juan López Spratt

Twenty-three years ago...

Editors: Silvia Leperre Armando Doménech Collaborators: Nito Foncuberta, Nicolas Brehm, Elsa Charlier,

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wenty-three years have passed since that rainy night when I first arrived in Las Terrenas, where I found shelter in a simple but comfortable bungalow -I’d heard about in Barcelona- located on the edge of “the swamp”; a wetland filled with birdlife then occupying twice its current area, where rice was still being cultivated and fishing took place in the canals.

Many memories still remain of that pre-electric era, but I search not for the nostalgic complicity of those who believe all times past were better, because my life walks simultaneously along the path of “retrodevelopment” into the future´s complexity and its origin. In Las Terrenas I have lived this process in a very particular way.

Clarisse Piveteau Translation: Laura Perdomo The content and advertisements

As expected, since the arrival of electricity profound changes have taken place in both form and substance. The resulting population explosion has transformed the society, economy and landscape.

Wood has been replaced by concrete, caliche by asphalt and the pace of time has accelerated, leaving the “al paso” lifestyle for the turmoil of material productivity. And meanwhile, birds no longer populate “the swamp.”

in the magazine do not necessarily state or reflect those of the editors.

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Many of us came to this hospitable land hungry for nature, looking for a more humanized vital space in which to grow as persons, find a livelihood or just survive, and “all” looking to improve our existence; however, in a torrent society such as this one it is human ergo inevitable that we tend to slavishly reproduce the same tics and stereotypes of our hometowns and our past.

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As in every society, progress understood as development, leads to an increased complexity that demands organizational effort in order to make it sustainable.This effort is what I miss in this emerging community. Not only do I refer to the need of respecting the master plan for urban planning (which I do), and of once and for all addressing the waste treatment problems (which I do). I also refer to prioritizing investments in education and public health because development is meaningless when it fails to provide further opportunities for “all” people to progress and without education and health social well-being will hardly be achieved.

In this regard, I believe that cooperation is a much deeper breath than mere competition and should be the formula to establish coexistence in a multicultural society such as Las Terrenas. I think the majority of us place generosity and solidarity before greed and pettiness; those who do not confuse selfishness with scoundrel behavior.

There is still time for Las Terrenas to continue to be a special place in an increasingly globalized world. This requires that we respect its authentic capital -the natural environment and progressively diminishing biodiversity- and continue to provide the required solidarity so no one is left dangling without progress.

Nito Foncuberta

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insamana arquitectur a, diseño, decor ación, inter ior ismo, proyectos...

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Opinión Twenty-three years ago...

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Protagonists Experts in design

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Intro News, openings, new events...

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Fill your life with color...

Interior tones

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“El 21” A house with a view

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Estilo Vitao An ecological concept in architecture

Environment Aquatic environments threatened

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Colina al Mar Beach Residences For highly distinguished clients

Necklaces Something for everyone

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Madrugada Residences Paradise in Las Terrenas

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Casa Phil The perfect place for an unforgettable holiday.

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Playa Bonita Beach Residences Only steps away from the beach

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Évasion Beauté To be beautiful you need to pamper yourself

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Antlantica The kitchen is the heart of the home

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Lady Jescy

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Nobody remains indifferent to this women’s clothing store in Beach Garden Plaza.

Lady Jescy guarantees a great choice of models and price range.

Everything is set in a large well-maintained space, where Beatrice always warmly welcomes you.

Plaza Mango

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With an original green roof, the new Plaza Mango has 7 flaming 35 to 45 m2 locales, and parking space for 55 vehicles, making this center one of the most interesting shopping spots in town.

This plaza complements the existing Lindo Supermarket.

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Aju l’Iris Deco Encanto & Antigüedades

This pretty antique store opened its doors in Cotorra Azul plaza in Las Terrenas. Deco Encanto resembles a small flea market, a delicious concoction to find the great or little treasure that fits marvelously in our home.

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Violette & Rose

A petite and charming boutique of household items located in El Paseo. Hand embroidered bed linen and towels, exclusive and personalized pieces, carpets to accentuate the decor... you´ll find the perfect gift here or the object to brighten your home interior. insamana 9

intro Playa Bonita Beach Residences

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The Playa Bonita Beach Residences project was officially launched on September 25 at Sal贸n Tempranillo, Cava Alta, D.N. The event was preceded by Mr. Manuel Lara Hern谩ndez. Presentations focused on the various developments currently taking place and future plans for the project.

3R Elementos

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The idea is to recycle wood affected by the actions of man, sun and saltpeter, find new shapes and give it another life. Each piece is unique and includes a certificate of authenticity.This well-known firm is now available in Las Terrenas at Mundo Puro, Calle Prinicipal.

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El Dieciocho

This restaurant bar is striking in decor, a good example of the art of harmonizing elements and of using objects and details to achieve a welcoming atmosphere. Jean Christophe and Eric offer original dishes cooked in selected broths at this exquisite terrace by the sea.

s Aguekoko This new shop at Beach Garden Plaza, set with artisanal fishing nets, expresses and is inspired by the sea. The store is filled with household items: decorations, ideas, objects and beach bags, as well as skin care products, which are so important in these latitudes.

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“El 21”

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A house with a view

The slogans were clear: a house with character, friendly, cozy, open.

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pace, air, surprises, views were the architectural achievements.

The home of a large family should be founded on an orderly and rational structure of surfaces for the quiet and comfortable coexistence of its occupants, with common rooms that ensure personal and private spaces for everyone.

The applications were resolved and an enriching coexistence and necessary intimacy was achieved.

Each level has its own special corners which allow for different enjoyable situations.

The more “public� level of the villa blends the interior with the exterior, the inside with the outside, the colors and lights. Large openings transform the living, kitchen, dining room and terraces into one singular space differentiated only by the necessary: the roof. The mirrors cheat our eyes, the confines are obscure and everything becomes one. The sea and the mountains are there.

The kitchen is always a living and communication space. This is the center, an island floating in space; mirrors cheat us once more, eyes wink... and turn this environment into a fun and playful place.

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ideal frame to relax, swim or entertain friends. Ground location ensures the sunshine and gazebos the shade while enjoying a breathtaking view of jubilant colors. Cohabitation is guaranteed and moments to share with family or friends as well.

For privacy and rest, three suites with living rooms and terraces, two spacious bedrooms and a large playroom provide discrete private spaces, promoting different activities and different life situations. Proposing another dynamic to the villa, the privacy of life.

The premises were fulfilled: ground location has character, the atmospheres are welcoming and the spaces are cozy. The “open” premise prevails in every sense.

A real home for the holidays! · Architects: SCP Arquitetura · Builder: André Curaba · Decor: BE Design · Outdoor furniture: Mané Gournord, Fabrice Le Court and Cédric Spique · Equipment: EMB · Gardening: Angy Randall · Electrician: José García · Plumber: Gilberto Martes · Management: AIC Dominicana · www.aic-dominicana-prestige.com/casa-21-location.html

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PUBLI-REPORT

Vitao style Inhabiting the planet in harmony, an ecological concept in architecture

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hat does ecology in architecture mean?

To build efficient low-energy projects, that allow for the appreciation of the surrounding nature. Projects that move us and open us to the world.

Yoann Charlier, a fervent follower of Taoist philosophy, believes the main objective is to integrate with nature in a manner that is consonant and harmonious. He lacks not the inspiration, determination, methodology or the technology to propose architectural spaces with the utmost respect for the environment. Villas Quisqueya and Villas Vitao, his two existing projects, show it.

The villas are balanced. They have a solid foundation and content, are climate-proofed and extremely flexible to the needs of the tenants. Location, orientation, sun exposure... are some of the variables considered in order to achieve this goal.

The homes are powered by latest-generation solar panels.

They also provide natural drinking water thanks to a chemical-free, slow filtration system and are valued for their innovative, economic and eco-sustainable wastewater

treatment system that uses earthworm-based technology for water purification.

The pools are treated solely with salt which guarantees fresh, crystalline, odorless, non-irritating water, ideal for children.

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Yoann and Elsa’s, his wife and partner, master craftsmanship in using a variety of surprising materials: twisted branches, bamboo, aged iron... fulfills all expectations, creating a lovely and unique lifestyle.

The interiors are functional and placed with particular care to balance natural light with the living spaces, while whitepolished concrete floors convey a contemporary look.

Colors and materials follow the principles of Feng Shui which promote the free flow of positive energy. Quality accessories achieve an elegant simplicity, an ambiance where we feel instinctively well.

In Las Terrenas, Vitao stands for ecological and modern style, a concept with a promising future: to see it with your own eyes visit the new Vitao construction stages or entrust them with your personalized project, under the eco-zen theme, naturally. www.villasvitao.com Photos: Guillaume Roig, Armando DomĂŠnech .

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Colina al Mar

BEACH RESIDENCES In Playa Cosón for highly distinguished clients, initiates second phase

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laya Cosón is the main tourism and real estate development area in Las Terrenas and, in all probability, the Dominican Republic.

Several key factors make this region attractive to visitors, both national and international: proximity to the airport and highways connecting the city capital, natural richness and unique ecosystems.

This great location is also home to the second phase of the Colina al Mar project.

In a magnificent setting with nearly 55 meters of beachfront, Jaime Polanco, Raymundo Polanco and Barry Fine have developed a unique project, where the dazzling ‘terrenero’ landscape merges with new and modern constructions, integrating home comfort with spellbinding nature.

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Colina al Mar Beach Residences will be a low-density complex -only 8 exclusive apartments- built on a plot of approximately 5,000 square meters. The design reveals the specific desire of the architect, Raymundo Polanco, to develop a sustainable project in harmony with nature.

Each housing unit will include beautiful terraces, to fully enjoy Playa Cosón´s amazing natural environment, and other features: living-dining room, eat-in-kitchen, two bedrooms and two and half bathrooms. All apartments will be handed over fully equipped with necessary appliances, washer and dryer, and inverter air conditioning.

Easy payment and financing conditions available.

Colina al Mar Beach Residences also offers varied facilities to ensure complete fun and relaxation: bar and restaurant, three swimming pools, Social Clubs, spa and playground for the kiddies. Concierge service, 24hour security and rental program are listed among guaranteed services.

The Beach Club is directly owned by investors from both Colina al Mar Beach Residences and Colina al Mar Residences; the latter corresponding to the first phase of the project, already finalized.

A visit to the latest project´s open house (model villa) will definitely convince you of the quality and of the high construction standards and finishes.

The Colina al Mar project in two lovely locations is undoubtedly one of the most seductive real estate developments in the area and a safe bet for the future. www.colinaalmar.com

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Madrugada Residencial

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ocated in the exuberant Samaná Peninsula on the Dominican Republic’s northern coast and distanced from the high-tourism areas of the country, Madrugada Residence is just 700 m from Playa Bonita and 1 km from the town of Las Terrenas.

Immersed in a wonderful tropical garden, Madrugada Residence displays as an amphitheater, surrounded by a lush natural landscape. A special place to escape from the city-life routine into a luxurious scenario where nature, well-being and adventure fuse together in perfect harmony.

Different types of accommodation: warm-colored Royal Suites, Apartments and Villas, individually designed and decorated, where every detail -passionately cared for and in tune with Caribbean flair- exudes a particularly warm, intimate and

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Tel. + (1) 809 240-6672 Cell. + (1) 809 715-4861 Calle Mariano Vanderhorst, 54. Camino a Playa Bonita Las Terrenas, Samaná, Repúbica Dominicana E-mail: residencialmadrugada@hotmail.com www. madrugadaresidencial.com f: residencialmadrugada.com

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The reception, bar and restaurant roofs entangle with nature and reflect in the beautiful pool and Jacuzzi, resembling a bit of sea with palm trees, rocks and romantic lighting effects.

Madrugada Residence represents the ideal vacation for tourists looking to enjoy an unfettered stay at a refined and highly private location.

It is the perfect place for either a short or long-term visit or to purchase any of our living units and settle in a familiar and friendly atmosphere.

Madrugada Residence’s spectacular scenery is perfect for family reunions, birthdays, weddings or any other event. The distinctive decoration, exclusivity and attention, along with the competence of our catering team will make every celebration something different and unique.

Our main objective: To turn your dream into a reality making your stay unforgettable!

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LIFE STYLE

CASA PHIL Facing the ocean and close to town, Casa Phil is the perfect place for an unforgettable holiday.

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oma Bonita is possibly the most attractive site in Las Terrenas. A step away from the best beaches in the area and just a 5-minute drive from the town center, the house is like a large balcony facing the sea overlooking Playa Maric贸 at one side, Playa Bonita at another and further beyond Playa Cos贸n. Opposite to the house is the fittingly named Playa Perdida (lost beach), a fairly unknown small cove.

Casa Phil captivates and takes over the spirit of the place. It is both a beach house and an urban-style home. Philippe, the owner, sought a villa that celebrated the magic of living in a tropical paradise and made it a reality by creating environments that dissolve the lines between interior and exterior, completely opening up to spectacular views. When needed, versatile shutters protect the household from capricious weather and at the same time generate a more intimate atmosphere.

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The mixture of styles decisively defines the personality of this illuminated house where art flirts with local handcrafts and travel souvenirs. Subtle touches of color and modern architectural details complement the proposal.

The house consists of three floors. The first floor gives access to a spacious terrace featuring an infinity Balinese-style pool with a stone backdrop that provides a characteristic, very natural dark

At night, the different shades of lights coming from the Balinese-style pool cover the house in varied colors creating unique atmospheres

color. The splendid Jacuzzi is ideal for relaxing and unwinding after a day of sun and sand.

An extra-long sofa, bar, outdoor grill and pool table invite long nights of outdoor gatherings with friends and plenty of time to enjoy.

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filter... very aesthetic elements such as a marble worktop add a refined and elegant touch.

The large living room opens to both sides of the house towards the view and into the garden. The area is completed with very modern objects and some antique pieces that give a cozy and personalized feeling. An original and unusual, industrial-looking rusted metal fireplace illuminates both the living room and an

additional room featuring a large wrought iron and canopy bed.

The small landscaped garden features a fountain and a perfect sand corner for children to play.

The third floor includes the remaining rooms: a very spacious main room equipped with huge closets, a kids room (with capacity for up to 5 children) and a double room.

The roof of the house is all raw cement, rough, gray with an

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Hammocks located on the highest point of the house encourage us to rest and contemplate the magnificent scenery

unfinished/industrial effect that elegantly agrees with the modern and stylish finishes.

The bathrooms are covered in dark stone, an original touch that accentuates the feeling of living abroad and on holidays all year long.

The house has a rainwater harvesting system that feeds all on-site needs.

Images tell the whole story about this house. An eclectic home with style and personality where ancient and modern coexist, a well-thought-out design to live and feel.

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PLAYA BONITA BE

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EACH RESIDENCES Only steps away from the beach

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Playa Bonita Beach Residences is a new tourism real estate complex located on the northern coast of the Samaná Peninsula, in the area of ​​Playa Bonita, Las Terrenas.

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he project covers a total area of ​​337,328 square meters and a beach front of over 300 meters. A gated community that will feature more than 500 units, including apartments, villas, chalets, a beautiful Beach Club, sports courts, a Spa and a multitude of amenities and recreational areas.

Playa Bonita Beach Residences stands out and differs from other projects due to its privileged location on the bay of Playa Bonita, where all that separates guests from crystal waters are the extensive and colorful gardens.

The concept of Playa Bonita Beach Residences is based on keeping balance with the natural environment and integrating each construction into the surrounding paradisiacal setting.

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Currently, the complex has 3 finished buildings, most of which are already sold; these now accommodate buyers from 10 different nationalities.The stages presently under construction are for sale and include all CONFOTUR tax exemptions.

The current project offer is separated into 5 basic stages of development: FINISHED BUILDINGS, three buildings (with two to three levels) located just off the beach. Five apartments are still available.

LOS DELFINES, consisting of 4 blocks in a semicircle with a total of 24 beachfront apartments. The buildings are strategically located at the eastern end of the Bay providing an unmatched panoramic view from each balcony.

PLAYA VI BUILDING, also beachfront located, consisting of 15 units separated into 3 three-level blocks where each apartment has all the facilities required for a beach home.

This building is the only one to include an elevator. Additionally, each apartment comes with an integrated room for house help.

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LOS COCOS, is a set of 36 apartments only 150 meters from the beach. These magnificent apartments feature the most accessible prices within the complex as well as a private pool, gazebo, playground and BBQ area. It should be noted that all owners within PLAYA BONITA BEACH RESIDENCES have access to the Club House and all other amenities offered within the complex.

LAKEVIEW, is a development consisting of 36 apartments located on a lake only 100 meters from the beach. The apartments have a central pool, reception facilities and will also include a small restaurant. The LAKEVIEW concept envisages hotel service including room service, a reception, bellboys and other facilities to serve each customer.

We invite those who wish to fulfill their dream of living surrounded by lush vegetation facing tranquil and warm waters throughout the year to invest in PLAYA BONITA BEACH RESIDENCES. pshaw@playabonitabay.com Photos: Juan Lopez Spratt

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To be beautiful you need to pamper yourself “The body is a fragile case that, for some years, contains your soul.�

The wise words of Buddha inspire Isabelle every day to improve her professionalism as well as the atmosphere of her institute.

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nce Isabelle achieved her dream of living in Las Terrenas she decided to pursue her great passion: the wellness of people. And so Evasion Beauté was born: a beauty center where only the best products (Guinot for face and body care and Opi for nail care) and marketing techniques are used, and always with the most rigorous quality and hygiene controls.

All facial treatments are specially designed for your skin type.

For body care, in addition to relaxing or tonic massages, slimming, firming, anti-cellulite and exfoliation treatments are also available.

A new ultrasound cavitation machine guarantees surprising results targeted at reducing inches exactly where needed or at super toning your skin.

In terms of hand and foot care, the center specializes in solving basic podiatry problems. For cosmetic purposes they offer a brand new special polish that lasts 14 days and, more importantly, does not damage your nails.

They also offer mobile beauty services and therapies. Letting go with relaxing rituals and specialized care in the comfort of your own home is a fantastic choice.

Evasion Beauté is a pleasurable, relaxation and wellness experience that leads to physical and emotional improvement.

Pay close attention to this information, we all want to be beautiful.

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ANTLANTICA The kitchen is the heart of the home

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asked Antonella Bellan, founder of Antlantica, where she got the idea of importing Italian-style kitchens to Las Terrenas. Very simply she replied that coming from a family of builders she has always had a passion for the business. Once settled in Las Terrenas in the year 1996, she decided in 2005 to import Italian modular kitchens and appliances, which are more modern, versatile and have top quality design; they also have Italian standard manufacturing.

A good idea if not properly developed is just an idea. Knowingly this charming Italian woman rolled up her sleeves and got to work with tenacity, character and will power in full effect. She contacted one of the best brands of Italian kitchens (Arrex Spa) and another of major appliances (Barazza Srl); companies with over 60 years of

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market knowledge and therefore a solid experience that guarantees high product quality.

Antonella started off in El Paseo with a relatively small store, making contact with real estate promoters involved in several tourism projects around the area.

Success came quickly and after four years she moved to the store´s current location in Plaza Kanesh Business Center it is now a large store-showroom where customers can choose from a variety of available materials and accessories, and even touch the products to confirm their quality.

Word of mouth, as always, worked wonderfully and Antonella is continuously designing and supplying new kitchens in Las Terrenas,

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as well as in Santo Domingo, Casa de Campo, Playa Nueva Romana, B谩varo, Cap Cana, Santiago...

The best projects in Las Terrenas such as Aligio Aparthotel, Los N贸madas, Fairways, Playa Turchese, Escalonia, Bonita Village, Coco y Mango, La Fenice, El Jard铆n Secreto, La Cotica, Panorama Beach, Plaza Piattini, Apartamentos Playa Las Terrenas, Playa Bonita Beach Residences, Las Olas, Aloan, Villas Clarisa, Loma Esperanza... have trusted Antlantica to furnish their kitchens.

Over the years Antonella has added products to her supply. The catalogue presently includes modular stairs, sofas, beds, outdoor furniture and more, all in accordance with the renowned quality and aesthetic of Italian design.

The company is efficient, dynamic and capable of meeting every need in the business. Installations, maintenance and technical assistance are provided by specialized Italian personnel.

Trust Antlantica, our goal is to offer the perfect solutions to your needs with professional post-sales service.

Tel. (1) 829 380-3110 路 www.antlantica.com

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PROTAGONISTS

Design and Style Shapes, colors, lights, spaces are their elements, creativity and rationality their instruments, we present some of the industry professionals, each with his/her own specialty and characteristics.

Elsa Charlier - Clarisse Piveteau (Be Design)

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heir specialty is to reinvent contemporary forms and portray them in Caribbean style.These two young and dynamic women have turned their passion for decorating into the company Be Design. With abundant imagination and exceptional creative abilities they remodel and reorganize spaces and shapes, playing with colors and materials to always obtain original and unique, modern and traditional, elegant and simple results at the same time. They use their inspiration, experience and savoir-faire to come out on top of any challenge: from decorating a room to the interior design of a house, office, store...

With Design Be, together since 2004 and located at 15 Plaza Rosada in Las Terrenas, good style is guaranteed.

Bertrand Houitte (EMB)

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ervice, service and service. Since early 2005, Bertrand wagered everything based on this concept. The idea was simple: sale major and domestic appliances at competitive prices and offer perfect aftersales service. During the past 9 years, with tenacity and unquenchable good humour, he has conquered the market around Samaná, making his company EMB No.1 in the business. The best real estate projects, large and small, as well as individuals, count on his great professionalism and make the most of EMB´s prices and optimum service.

At EMB´s 250 m2 display on Calle Sánchez you can see, compare, choose, test... The store also offers indoor and outdoor furniture.

Naturally, Bertrand´s invaluable support, professionalism and smile are part of the contract.

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Jordi Sicilia (El Taller de les Flors)

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ordi, a young likeable Catalan, has only been in Las Terrenas for a short period of time. However, his enthusiasm, professionalism and immense creativity has conquered everyone. He continually offers new products and ways to beautify our homes and lives.

His Taller de les Flors in Plaza Kanesh is an explosion of colors, flavors, quality items and of course, flowers and plants, both natural and artificial, for all occasions and events. Weddings, inaugurations, banquets, receptions as well as terrace and garden designs are his specialties.

Jordi readily provides style and details that make the difference. His passion for work and excellent interpersonal relationships always give him the best results.

Josée Bazin (Laksmi)

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osée always jokes saying that she is “inhabited” by a small Indian who, from an early age compelled her “go East”, and that smelling incense and typical spices from those latitudes makes her feel at home.

When she arrived in the Dominican Republic during the late 80s, she found many similarities to her beloved India. Her passion for design consequently led to importing furniture, objects and home accessories from Asia to Las Terrenas. And that’s how she started filling up containers with the treasures she found, which were many because she knows all the magic words.

If you love Asian style or you just want to add a piece that characterizes a certain room, you´ll surely find it at Laksmi Shop´s broad display. The Mexican ceramic and tiles located in the small adjacent shack are winking at you.

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Philippe Herbreteau

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ives in Santo Domingo and works all around the country. However, he has a special weakness for Las Terrenas where he spends much of his time and where, in the course of the past 20 years, he has made impressive projects, restructures and interior designs for magnificent villas. Philippe is also a passionate interior designer and an excellent communicator, which always helps.

His specialty is to improve the function and quality of interiors, with special attention to detail. He is efficient and disciplined, always respectful to the terms and timing of contracts, a well-appreciated yet rare quality. Furthermore, his flexibility and artistic sensitivity enable him to design highly personalized solutions according to customer demands, and always with the assistance of the most serious and professional artisans and specialists. In order to keep up and find new sources of inspiration, he regularly attends many international meetings and exhibitions.

Monique Thirion (Casa Moda)

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fter traveling halfway around the world and living abroad longer than in her native France, Monique settled in Las Terrenas. Casa Moda, her cute shop in the Calle del Carmen, is the ideal place to find the latest trends in textiles to dress up your home´s interior and exterior spaces. Casa Moda custom-makes all types of blinds, panels, anti-cyclonic curtains... plus cushions and upholstering of chairs, sofas and armchairs with the fabrics of your choice.

Casa Moda is also an authentic mine of ideas: decorative pieces; carefully selected and constantly updated furniture and accessories, wisely displayed with the most evocative colors to inspire creative solutions.

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Karine Jacob (Telas de Francia) This young and lovely French woman has talent and energy to spare. From an early age her passion for interior decorating pushed her into the world of fabrics. Her international sense led her to all corners of the globe until she found her country of choice in the Dominican Republic.

Telas de Francia, her dazzling shop in the city capital -with over 300 m2 of show space- is filled with rolls of fabrics to satisfy any demand plus nearly 5,000 material samples of the most prestigious European brands: Pierre Frey, Nobilis, Boussac, Fadigni Borghi, Matisse, exclusivity for the whole country.

They also custom-manufacture sofas to fit your needs and preferences. Due to Karine´s vast experience and great sensitivity in interpreting the tastes and predilections of each customer, her advice is an added value.

Matteo Cerea (Mura Verde) Houses and gardens are very important living spaces in keeping our balance and development, even more so here where we are fortunate enough to live in constant contact with nature.

Matteo specializes in landscaping and, with over 10 years of experience in Las Terrenas, he is the go-to-expert for garden landscaping.

A well-designed garden exhibits the best qualities of a building, hides defects, creates intimacy and favors decorative elements; the unmatched ally for your home or business to make the best first impression.

Mura Verde has signed several important projects in our area, such as Playa Bonita Beach Residences and Puerto Plaza. Matteo can also revamp a garden that, after a period of simple maintenance, will regain its character and charm.

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DECORACIÓN

Fill your life with color...

W Elsa Charlier and Clarisse Piveteau Designers and Decorators of Be Design

COLOR 2014

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hether you are attracted to the classic, urban, rural or industrial style, color is the basis for decor... the use of a tone over another allows us to re-size spaces, modify volumes, define an environment and even mitigate certain defects.

In the color wheel, warm colors are distinguished from cool colors and their powers are often summarized in decorating.

For example, to create the impression of height in a low-ceilinged room, use a light color that will “descend” on the walls.

This effect may be enhanced by adding vertical stripes. On the other hand, to lessen the height, choose a light tone on the background wall and bolder colors for the other walls.

· Yellow is a luminous color.

It is the opening, clarity, brilliance, nobility. It stimulates the psyche and therefore promotes concentration, organization...

Ideal for work places...

Warm colors generate warm and intimate environments because the room will seem much smaller. They evoke sunshine, clarity...

· Orange, like yellow, stimulates

the intellect. It has a certain effect on the mood, rejects dark thoughts and invites a smile.

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Pink and red tones are not often used for our walls.

However, they allow for a wide variety of looks. Red is anything but a soothing color... some are convinced that it enervates, others say it favors concentration and creativity.

· Violet invites serenity, meditation, spirituality, tenderness and sensitivity.

It is the trending color for 2014.

Its multiple shades offer infinite

possibilities for interiors.

Cool colors enlarge a space, giving the impression of an airy and open living room with a peaceful environment. · Blue is wisdom, fantasy, calmness, relaxation, creativity. There are so many shades of blue that this gentle color is suited for any interior. Blue, aerial, buoyant, “cold” where an area calls us to infinity. · Green signals rest, nature, balance.

A color of multiple hues that convey numerous

effects. It is the reigning color of tranquility.

The placement of vegetables in a room has beneficial results on the mind.

Our perception of color is also very personal. A peaceful environment for one person may prove stressful to another. It is therefore difficult to generalize. In short... all colors are pretty, but they need to be adequately harmonized in order to fully exploit their beauty. Have fun, colors exist to brighten and beautify your every day.

The important thing is to add some color to your life!

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ENVIRONMENT

Aquatic environments threatened

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reshwater in the Dominican Republic is relatively abundant compared to some other Caribbean islands (St Martin, Spanish Virgin Islands…). However, this vital resource is experiencing numerous assaults across the country but also on our beautiful Samana peninsula.

These anthropogenic impacts, meaning impacts due to human activities, are first quantitative. Global warming has of course an impact on the freshwater resources of our country. But more importantly, the Dominican Republic sees its agriculture grow intensively, drawing unlimited water supplies from the water resources of the island. In spite of a strict national legislation on water, the instream flow regime is never complied with. This is sadly obvious everywhere in the country: the famous Cascada del Limon is a recent example.

We all observed visually in recent months the weakening of the flow of water that feeds it, and its impact on the width of the normally spectacular waterfall. This sudden decrease is simply due to agricultural use upstream.Thus, not only the ecology of the river is heavily impacted but also the entire tourist life revolving around this place.

The same problem can also be seen in the rest of the country: the Río Nigua in San Cristóbal, the Río Yaque del Norte in Villa

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Vásquez, etc. All those rivers lack water all year round mainly because of rice, sugar cane and banana plantations. In addition, there are also quality issues. The country suffers indeed from a sanitation problem in most of its cities. Many discharges of urban and industrial wastewater are directed to these rivers whose flow is already very low.

This concentrates even further a pollution which not only has environmental impacts on water quality and aquatic life, but also has significant consequences on public health.

To address this situation, public authorities are gradually taking significant positions. One example is the construction of wastewater treatment plants in five municipalities lacking sanitation: San Cristóbal, Montecristi-Villa Vásquez, Azua, Neiba and San José de Ocoa.

Tourism and real estate projects must also meet more and more stringent constraints related to sanitation, from the Ministries of Environment, Tourism and Public Health. Another example are industries (large and small) that have regular controls at the outlet of their treatment plants.

So things are getting better but the economic development needs of the country do not always support in fact this growing awareness.

The current development of eco-tourism should strengthen this ongoing process of Dominican watercourse protection. Still, it is the duty of all of us, at any level, to act to protect our water resources. To begin with, let’s save water every day!

Text: Nicolas Brehm Translation: Thierry Germon

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directorio Intro Página 9 Lady Jescy Beach Garden Plaza. Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 829 919-3691 Plaza Mango Calle Juan Pablo Duarte. Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 829 723-1590 Aju l’Iris Déco Encanto & Antigüedades Plaza Cotorra Azul, Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 809 840-2463 ajuliris.rd@gmail.com Violette & Rose El Paseo. Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 829 589-4660 violette-et-rose@gmail.com

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C/ Van der Horst, 54. Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-6672 residencialmadrugada@hotmail.com www. madrugadaresidencial.com Casa Phil Página 28

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Karine Jacob (Telas de Francia) Plaza Hache, Ave. John F. Kennedy Santo Domingo Tel. (1) 809 732-2626 info@telasdefrancia.com www.telasdefrancia.com Matteo Cerea (Mura Verde) Cel. (1) 829 810-3315 info@muraverde.com

Kanesh Business Center. Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 809 982-8336 evasion_beaute@yahoo.com Facebook: Évasion Beauté

Decoración Página 48 Be Design Plaza Rosada, Las Terrenas Elsa: Cel. (1) 809 968-4036 Clarisse: Cel. (1) 829 589-9150 www.bedesign-lasterrenas.com

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Medio Ambiente Página 50 Nicolas Brehm (Tecmalab) Tel. (1) 809 862-0485 www.tecmalab.com nicolas.brehm@wanadoo.fr Kanesh Business Center, locales 1-2 C/ Juan Pablo Duarte n° 183.

Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-6382 Cel. (1) 809 380-3110 www.atlantica.com www.arrex.it · www.barazzasrl.it Protagonistas de la decoración Página 44 Elsa Charlier - Clarisse Piveteau (Be-Design) Plaza Rosada, Las Terrenas Elsa: Cel. (1) 809 968-4036 Clarisse: Cel. (1) 829 589-9150 www.bedesign-lasterrenas.com Bertrand Houitte (EMB) C/ Francisco Rosario Sánchez Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-9637 Cel. (1) 809 801-4221 Jordi Sicilia (El Taller de les Flors) Av. Duarte, 183 Kanesh Business Center. Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-6261 jshlasterrenas@gmail.com www.eltallerdelesflors.com Josée Bazin (Laksmi Shop) Calle Juan Pablo Duarte. Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-5113 Philippe Herbreteau Cel. (1) 809 860-8606 Tel. (1) 809 596-6171 philippeherbreteau@hotmail.fr Monique Thirion (Casa Moda) Calle Carmen, Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-6336 Cel. (1) 809 860-9118 casa-moda@claro.net.do

Collares Página 52 Laura Noblom 7 Collar artesanal de dientes de morsa de Papua del siglo XVIII. 5 Collar artesanal en plata afgana del siglo XIX. Cel. (1) 829 619-5785 www.lauranoblom.com lauracocotal2012@gmail.com Jonathan Goldin 6 Collar artesanal de cuarzo celeste.

9 Collar artesanal de abalone (concha del Pacífico) y perlas negras.

Cel. (1) 829 690-7676 Le Cose di Angela 2 Collar de larimar y plata.

10 Collar de larimar, ámbar y plata en exclusividad.

Av. Juan Pablo Duarte, Las Terrenas, Tel. (1) 809 886-8922 Salamandre Bijouterie 1 Collar en ámbar y larimar.

8 Collar de ámbar con flor.

Casa Linda. Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 809 869-0160 Terrenas en Plata 12 Collar de Swaroski.

4 Collar de coral rojo.

El Paseo, Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-5358 terrenasenplata@gmail.com Ginkgo Caribe 3 Collar de larimar montado en plata.

11 Collar de calcedonia azul.

El Paseo, Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-5235 www.ginkgonewyork.com

Beachfront apartments of standing Swimming pool with swim up bar and jacuzzi Air conditioning, equipped kitchen Free highspeed wifi

Conference room, Cross fit gym 24h Reception Daily breakfast buffet included

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