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Faculty of Arts and HumanitiesJakobi 2, r 116-121, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJakobi 2, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJakobi 2, IV korrus, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJakobi 2, III korrus, ruumid 302-337, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 16, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 18, 50090 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTLossi 3, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTPosti 1, 71004 Viljandi linn, Viljandimaa ESTJakobi 2, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJakobi 2, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTFaculty of Social SciencesLossi 36, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJakobi 5, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTLossi 36, ruum 301, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNarva mnt 18, 51009 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNäituse 2, 50409 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNäituse 20 - 118, 50409 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTLossi 36, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRaekoja plats 2, 20307 Narva linn, Ida-Virumaa ESTRingi 35, 80012 Pärnu linn, Pärnu linn, Pärnumaa ESTLossi 36, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTLossi 36, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTFaculty of MedicineRavila 19, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTBiomeedikum, Ravila 19, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNooruse 1, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTL. Puusepa 1a, 50406 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTL. Puusepa 8, 50406 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRavila 19, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTUjula 4, 51008 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRavila, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRavila 19, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTFaculty of Science and TechnologyVanemuise 46 - 208, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNarva mnt 18, 51009 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRavila 14a, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNarva mnt 18, 51009 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRiia 23, 23b - 134, 51010 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTObservatooriumi 1, 61602 Tõravere alevik, Nõo vald, Tartumaa ESTNooruse 1, 50411 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTJ. Liivi tn 2, 50409 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTRiia 23b/2, 51010 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTVanemuise 46, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTVanemuise 46, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of RectorÜlikooli 18, 50090 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Vice Rector for Academic AffairsUppsala 10, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 18b, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 18a (III korrus), 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Vice Rector for ResearchW. Struve 1, 50091 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Director of AdministrationUppsala 10, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 18, ruumid 102, 104, 209, 210, 50090 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTÜlikooli 18A (III korrus), 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Head of FinanceÜlikooli 17, 51005 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Vice Rector for DevelopmentLossi 25, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTVanemuise 46, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTNarva mnt 18, 51009 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa ESTArea of Academic SecretaryUppsala 6, Lossi 36, 51003 Tartu linn, Tartu linn, Tartumaa EST
UT Pärnu College building redesigned as a modern learning and collaboration centre
The University of Tartu Pärnu College building has undergone a major renovation. The refurbished building, offering a contemporary, energy-efficient and learning-friendly environment, will soon be opened.
Constructed in the late 1990s, the building had become outdated in terms of indoor climate and technical solutions. According to Director Garri Raagmaa, the renovation was essential to ensure modern learning conditions. “The building had become worn down over 25 years, and the technological systems were outdated, not to mention the ventilation, which was poor from the start, keeping the spaces cold in winter and too hot in summer. The renovation was therefore unavoidable to enable modern teaching and learning,” said Raagmaa.
He added that the renewed lobby and café will make the college building more welcoming and create a meeting place for businesses, students and residents.
We hope the building will buzz with activity all year round and attract new audiences. Next summer, we also plan to improve the surrounding area.
The renovation aimed to create a learning and working environment that supports modern teaching methods and the use of digital solutions. The works included replacing the entire heating system, installing new energy-efficient ventilation units with cooling capabilities, upgrading the electrical systems, and giving the building a completely new and contemporary interior design.
According to the college’s Development Manager Gea Kammer the renewed building reflects the shift in learning and working habits, as well as the growing need for collaboration and co-creation. “Recent years have brought changes in working and learning habits and a greater need for meaningful co-creation, which requires spatial solutions that support it. We want the renovated college building to be a pleasant meeting place for people and ideas. Its guiding principle could be ‘make haste slowly’ – take time to meet, discuss and listen, and then swiftly implement the best ideas.”
She added that the open and modern layout reinforces the college’s role as a hub for regional business and cooperation networks. “The college is the only place in Estonia where students can enjoy campus life under the same roof as the region’s most active business networks. As the best business expertise of Pärnu county is concentrated here, an open and contemporary communication space also supports collaboration fostering spontaneous encounters.”
Andreas Raukas, CEO of Tera Ehitus OÜ, said the biggest challenge was keeping to the schedule and carrying out the second phase of works in a live operational study building. “The pace was fast, and lectures were held on the second floor. Therefore, we had to plan the works meticulously and protect rooms from dust and noise so that teaching could continue,” explained Raukas. He added that the result gives the whole team reason to be satisfied: “Considering the tight schedule and the outcome achieved, we are proud of what we have done. The interior design stands out, and also the hidden elements are fresh. We hope students will enjoy every new aspect.”
Renovation works began in spring 2025 and lasted eight months, including the preceding design work. The renewed Pärnu College building will officially open on 27 November 2025.
The renovation was co-funded by the “Pärnu County Innovation Centre KOBAR” project under the measure “Attractive regional business and living environment”.
