--- title: "Inspiring Instagrams from the Altos de Chavón School of Design" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/blog/2016/10/10/altos-de-chavon-school-of-design/ date: 2016-10-10 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Casa de Campo" description: "Visiting beautiful Altos de Chavón is a must for guests of Casa de Campo. The village is an incredible replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village. Designed by Dominican architect..." categories: - "Blog" image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/hero-altos-de-chavon-event-calendar-480x280-1.jpg word_count: 419 --- # Inspiring Instagrams from the Altos de Chavón School of Design ## Key Takeaways - Altos de Chavón is a 16th century Mediterranean village replica designed by Dominican architect Jose Antonio Caro and Italian cinematographer Roberto Coppa. - Altos de Chavón School of Design is affiliated with New York’s Parsons School of Design and offers two-year College Level programs plus shorter courses in fashion, film, and the fine arts. - Casa de Campo guests visit the school’s Art Gallery and the town’s boutique shops for works by local artisans and one-of-a-kind souvenirs. Visiting beautiful [Altos de Chavón](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/altos-de-chavon/) is a must for guests of Casa de Campo. The village is an incredible replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village. Designed by Dominican architect Jose Antonio Caro and Italian cinematographer Roberto Coppa, the village is both a cultural center and a work of art in its own right. It’s here that you’ll find the prestigious [Altos de Chavón School of Design](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/altos-de-chavon/), affiliated with New York’s Parsons School of Design. The school offers two-year College Level programs as well as shorter courses focused on fashion, film, and the fine arts. Some very talented graduates have studied within the walls of the Altos de Chavón , La Romana campus. At [@chavondiseno on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/chavondiseno/), the school shares inspiring photos of the artistic process. We’re sharing our ten favorite shots that showcase what’s special about the school. ![Photo from the Altos de Chavón School of Design in La Romana, Dominican Republic](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-1.png) *“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” – Edgar Degas* ![Altos de Chavón School of Design graduate Elias Roedán and his exhibition, ](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-5.png) Pictured above is Altos de Chavón School of Design graduate Elias Roedán and his exhibition, "One”. ![Photo from the Altos de Chavon School of Design in La Romana, Dominican Republic](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-10.png) We love seeing the artistic process in action with photos like this one. ![Photo from the Altos de Chavon School of Design in La Romana, Dominican Republic](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-9.png) *“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” – Pablo Picasso* ![Sketch of the Altos de Chavón School of Design campus](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-3.png) The beautiful surroundings of the Dominican Republic serve as great inspiration for students. Above is a sketch of the Altos de Chavón School of Design campus. ![First-year fashion students designing clothing that evokes elegance](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-2.png) First-year fashion students were tasked with designing something that evokes “elegance”. They were inspired by the television show *Downton Abbey* to create this masterpiece. ![Glenn Hilario, fashion illustrator for bridal couturier Reem Acra, teaches fashion Illustration at Altos de Chavón School of Design](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-6.png) The talented Glenn Hilario, fashion illustrator for bridal couturier Reem Acra, teaches fashion Illustration at Altos de Chavón School of Design. ![Photo from the Altos de Chavon School of Design in La Romana, Dominican Republic](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-4.png) *“The artist sees what others only catch a glimpse of.” – Leonardo da Vinci* ![Elliot Tupac, Peruvian screen-printing and letter artist credited with creating chicha street art](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Chavon-School-7.png) Elliot Tupac, pictured above, is a Peruvian screen-printing and letter artist credited with creating *chicha* street art. *Chicha* is a musical tradition, and the art was born out of the vibrant posters and murals promoting it. Tupac is renowned for his innovative fonts, posters, and murals. At the Altos de Chavón School of Design he has taught Typography and Lettering. Altos de Chavón is one many reasons why Casa de Campo is the [best place to stay](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/) in the Dominican Republic. Call on the school’s Art Gallery when you visit and become inspired by the works of these talented artists. Afterwards, peruse the town’s boutique shops for one-of-a-kind souvenirs handcrafted by local artisans to bring home. We know you’ll find the perfect keepsake from your perfect vacation. [Click here to start planning](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/vacation-packages-offers/) – and see you soon! ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Why is Altos de Chavón worth visiting if I’m staying at Casa de Campo?** A: Altos de Chavón is one of the main reasons guests visit Casa de Campo, because it combines a cultural center with a carefully designed village setting. The page describes it as an incredible replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village, so it is more than a photo stop. If you want the full context, [Altos de Chavón](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/altos-de-chavon/) is the right place to start before planning time around the school and the town. **Q: What kind of programs does the Altos de Chavón School of Design offer?** A: The school offers two-year College Level programs plus shorter courses in fashion, film, and the fine arts. That mix matters because it serves both students looking for a longer academic path and people interested in focused creative study. Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo gives guests access to a place where those programs sit inside Altos de Chavón, La Romana, which makes the campus part of the experience, not just a classroom. **Q: Is Altos de Chavón School of Design connected to Parsons School of Design?** A: The school is affiliated with New York’s Parsons School of Design, which is a key detail for anyone comparing creative schools or looking at its academic credibility. That affiliation helps explain why the campus attracts talented graduates and visiting artists. For visitors staying at Casa de Campo, it also means Altos de Chavón works as both an attraction and an active design school rather than just a historic-looking village. **Q: What should I expect to see on Instagram from the school?** A: The school’s Instagram at @chavondiseno shares photos of the artistic process, not just finished work. That gives you a better look at how students and artists develop ideas, which is often more interesting than polished final shots. The page highlights exhibition images, sketches of the campus, fashion design work, and lettering examples, so the feed is useful if you want inspiration before visiting [Altos de Chavón](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/altos-de-chavon/). **Q: What’s the best way to plan a visit around Altos de Chavón and the school?** A: The smartest approach is to treat Altos de Chavón as part of a broader Casa de Campo day instead of a quick stop. The page points to the Art Gallery and then suggests browsing the town’s boutique shops for handcrafted souvenirs from local artisans, so there is enough there to build out your visit. If you are still organizing travel, [Click here to start planning](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/vacation-packages-offers/) gives you a starting point.