TROPICAL LIVING: DREAM HOUSES IN PUNTA CANA

“To speak of Punta Cana is to speak of a very important person in my life: Oscar de la Renta.” Naty Abascal

An illustrated and updated overview of the most outstanding projects of the most important residential complex in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This superbly photographed volume presents a series of spectacular real estate projects fused with the destination's surroundings.

Tropical Living: Dream Houses in Punta Cana presents the consolidation of a project that lived the historical journey of the region, from where the idea of small bungalows and a clay runway for small planes began and transformed into a large resort and a residential complex that became a great passage for personalities such as Barbara Walters, Bunny Williams, Carolina Herrera and Anna Wintour, among others.

"Tropical Living: Dream Houses in Punta Cana celebrates the architectural beauty and serene luxury of Caribbean life. This publication goes beyond a visual journey; it captures the unique charm of Punta Cana and inspires our readers to embrace the harmony between nature and design. We are honored to present such a stunning work." –Stefano Peccatori, President and CEO of Rizzoli New York.

Punta Cana is a paradise in the Caribbean Sea that holds a magical story, full of memories that cannot be told without talking about one important person: Oscar de la Renta. "Going back each holiday to Punta Cana honors Oscar, his love of life, his love for his friends — and for his beautiful country", explains Anna Wintour in the pages of the book. In the company of renowned singer Julio Iglesias and Dominican businessman Frank Rainieri, leader of Grupo Puntacana; de la Renta not only supported the financing and construction of each spectacular project, but also fostered the development and growth of a region that grew from 4,000 to more than 50,000 inhabitants and where educational complexes and medical support centers were installed that have served thousands of children annually from economically depressed areas.

The result of the work and inspiration of a diversity of architects and interior designers, including Oscar de la Renta himself, the thirteen dream homes consolidate the use of a multiplicity of styles ranging from tropical Asian, verandas, classic Palladian and Caribbean, to colonial inspirations of Spanish, Mexican or Caribbean influence. Each of the constructions combines materials, colors, objects and spaces that not only give them an authentic feel, but also interact and merge with the landscape and nature offered by the Caribbean Sea and the beauty of the Dominican Republic.

"It is with great joy that we present our book "Tropical Living", a testament to the beauty and charm of Puntacana Resort and the Dominican Republic. Each page captures the essence of a unique lifestyle, from the vibrant colors of the tropical landscape to the warmth of the community spirit", says Paola Rainieri, Chief Marketing Officer de Grupo Puntacana.

ABOUT THE EDITOR: Naty Abascal is an icon of classic style, she is considered one of the most elegant women in the world and that great creators, from Valentino to Oscar de la Renta, have competed to wear, creating unique pieces expressly designed for her. A legendary socialite and model, journalist, stylist and writer, Naty leaves the mark of her exuberant personality and the touch of her style wherever she goes.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER: Guido Taroni is a renowned Milanese photographer whose personal style is rooted in the search for chromatic harmony and sophisticated simplicity.