The construction of the incubator at the Florence University campus is part of a larger project aimed at promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among students, researchers and the local economic fabric. This project is managed by the University Service Center for Research Enhancement and University Incubator Management (CSAVRI) and its main objective is to support the creation and initial development of start-ups and spin-offs based on innovative business ideas.
Organization of the intervention
The project, designed by studio Rossi Prodi, is located in the municipality of Sesto Fiorentino. The science hub is part of a detailed plan to build a citadel of science to support research at the University of Florence.
Why turn to IUF
IUF spreads business culture and entrepreneurship in academia and fosters the exploitation of research results and relations with the territory through:
- Training paths
- Consulting services
- Mentoring
- Networking and contamination
- Equipped spaces
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Hours of development
Construction site days
Construction Details
The complex of buildings intended to house offices and classrooms with laboratories is located east of the grid designated for this new part of the city. A simple-lined portico is placed in front of the laboratory volume, almost detaching from it. The building’s framework is made of cast-in-place reinforced concrete, while the infill walls are made of brick blocks. The exterior cladding consists of straw-colored sandstone slabs laid in varying courses to give movement to the facade. The window frames are made of painted aluminum in the same color as the stone, and on the ground floor, they are shaded by wooden shutters.
Conclusions
IUF promotes business culture and entrepreneurship in the academic field, enhancing research results and facilitating relationships with the local area. Additionally, it organizes informational events and scouting meetings to assess the potential of entrepreneurial ideas and the skills of the teams (Studio Pozzoli).
In summary, the University of Florence incubator represents a key structure for the development of innovative entrepreneurial initiatives, providing a dynamic environment and crucial resources to transform promising ideas into successful business realities.