This project proposal for an integrated territorial investment envisages investments in integrated measures for the development of an "innovation valley" on the territory of the North Central Region with Gabrovo district as its centre. It will be implemented through a well-structured partnership that will implement the planned investments to solve specific problems and achieve specific objectives. The main focus of the concept is innovation and education, expressed through infrastructural activities in 3 sites, supported by soft measures related to their functionality, namely: - Creation of a Digital Skills and Innovation Centre in an existing public building with highly equipped classrooms for training in digital skills and 3D design, demonstration labs in smart communication infrastructures, 3D creativity and rapid prototyping, robotics area, process automation and augmented reality labs; spaces for interactive activities and multifunctional spaces. Practical and training activities will be carried out in the building, laying the basis for active participation and promoting economic activity through the creation of platforms for collaboration and the promotion of innovation. - Construction of an Innovation Zone, including a "House of the Future" and a production hall, to support the development of the innovation ecosystem in the region, SMEs for innovation and development, and technology transfer. - Creation of a shared space - creating space for active promotion of economic activity in its various forms. There will be rooms for creative studios - an Ideas Room for "ideation" and a Design Room, and an exhibition hall, with the main focus skills in creative industries and the creation of active communities promoting business development. For the implementation of the activities funded under the Regional Development Programme, Gabrovo Municipality will partner with the Technical University of Gabrovo.