Centro Commerciale Naturale della Manifattura e del Parco delle Cascine
Join the Change
We invite all commercial, artisanal, and cultural organizations in the area to join us in this project. Together, we can build a better future for our neighborhood by enhancing its heritage and making it a point of reference for both Florentines and visitors seeking authentic experiences.
To get in touch with the CCN, you can write to info@macadistrict.it
The Centro Commerciale Naturale of the Manifattura and Parco delle Cascine (CCN) was established with the goal of enhancing one of the most strategic and fascinating areas of Florence, through an innovative model of commerce, services, and community life. Located between Manifattura Tabacchi, Via Giovanni Paisiello, Via Giuseppe Saverio Mercadante, and Parco delle Cascine, the CCN aims to promote an inclusive and sustainable local economy, while respecting and preserving the cultural and social identity of the area.
What is a Centro Commerciale Naturale?
A Centro Commerciale Naturale (CCN) is a network of local commercial, artisanal, and cultural businesses, created through the voluntary commitment of shopkeepers to offer an alternative to large-scale retail and to enhance the local community. It is not just a shopping area, but a true space for gathering, culture, services, and social interaction – where the customer is not just a buyer, but an active participant in the life of the neighborhood.
CCNs promote events, cultural and social initiatives, contributing to urban revitalization and the development of a stronger, more engaged local economy.
The MACA District Project
The Centro Commerciale Naturale (CCN) of the Manifattura and Parco delle Cascine launched the MACA District project with the aim of bringing together all local businesses and organizations to support the revitalization and renewal of the area. This initiative seeks to transform the district into a hub of innovation, commerce, and culture, by enhancing its potential and honoring its rich history.
A Non-Profit Association
The Centro Commerciale Naturale of the Manifattura and Parco delle Cascine is a non-profit association founded on the principle of voluntary participation. Its main goal is to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood by promoting authentic, sustainable local commerce.
An Urban Renewal Project
Beyond building a network of outstanding local businesses, the CCN is committed to actively contributing to the development of the area – restoring the neighborhood and Parco delle Cascine to the central role they deserve. Our vision is to turn this district into a model for the city of Florence: vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming.
The First to Join the Project
Here are some of the businesses and organizations that have already joined the initiative. They represent just the starting point of a project that aims to progressively involve all key players in the area, creating a network of commercial, cultural, and social value.
- Accademia San Felice
- Archivi Sartoriali
- Bottega Biologica
- Blues Barber
- Blend
- Bulli e Balene
- Cammino Canino
- Centro Sport Combattimento
- Cool Farm
- Divine Estetica
- DLF
- Fàbera Jewelry
- Hiroko
- Lostudioesse
- Mauna Kea
- Noa Ink
- Po’sto
- Puebco
- Opera Prima
- Shake Café
- Superduper
- Vivido
- ZOO _Hub