WE ARE PARANDUSKELDERCREATIVE FIXERSCHANGEMAKERSEMPOWERING PEOPLE

STUFF WE DO

Paranduskelder wants a world that is wholesome and free from the trash. To approach this, we created a place where everyone can acquire the skills and willingness to take the act of repairing the world into their own hands. Come and participate in creating a repair culture in Tartu and learn something new.

REPAIR STOP

Broken earphones, cell phone screen, favorite toy, hole in a sock or perhaps deep inside your soul? Repair Stop helps You out! Come and get help by professional repairers with your broken everyday items! Professional repairers will give you tips, so you can become a better repairer yourself. Tuesday is textile/clothing, Wednesday electronics and Thursday bikes and general repairs (toys, dishes, plastic things etc.)

ROOM RENTAL

Paranduskelder offers a cozy environment for organizing various events, trainings and workshops. Rooms are decorated using secondhand furniture and reused or upcycled objects. The capacity depends on the type of event, going up to 30 people. We use the rental income to fund the popularization of repair culture and we appreciate if the event's organized here are environmentally friendly.

WORKSHOPS

From time to time we organize special courses, lectures and events about repairing, maintenance and upgrading things - all with the purpose to give people skills to be more sustainable, community-oriented and resilient in their lives. It is possible to book a workshop only for your group. We are open for collaborations with all enthusiasts.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Paranduskelder offers students educational programs on circular economy and sustainability. Extending the life of objects, environmentally friendly behavior and repairing are some important topics that we keep in mind in what we do. We want students to have the opportunity to visit us and think creatively about these topics.

OUR TEAM

We are always open to new ideas and proposals from like-minded enthusiasts. You want to become a volunteer, host an event, or start your own workshop series? Don’t hesitate to contact us!

  • JIŘÍ KREJČÍ
    Repair Heroes / Youtube
    jirka@paranda.ee
    +372 5381 8701
    Co-founder, BA student of Religious Studies and Theology, Tartu University. Jiri had a key-role in initiating the community activities named above and is a leading position for the Paranda YouTube channel.
  • LAURI MEI
    Finance / Sales / Room rentals
    lauri@paranda.ee
    +372 5323 5013
    Co-founder, professional wood technologists, Lauri has been previously in charge of running a community maker space and has a wide range of DIY skills.
  • DIANA LÕHMUS
    Education
    diana@paranda.ee
    Team leader, Msc. of Arts and Pedagogy, Tartu University. Diana has been involved in several previous community projects and has long experience as art and DIY teacher.

REPAIR HEROES

Get to know our repair heroes and visit them with your broken things during open hours.

  • Ilmar Part
    Bike repairer
  • Janeli Takk
    Electronics
  • Kail Kuresoo
    Sewing
  • Mikk Peebo
    General repair
  • Urmas Kriit
    Electronics
  • Torm Parts
    Sewing

ALL THE GOOD STUFF

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HELP US TO CREATE A BETTER WORLD.

Become a Repair Hero, get in touch with the team, and let’s start working together. We’re always happy to meet new people and realities. Drop us an email with your ideas and we’ll come back to you as soon as possible. 

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HOW TO FIND US.

MTÜ Paranduskelder
The Widget Factory (corner of Kastani and Riia street), Kastani 42, Tartu, Estonia
+372 5381 8701
Tuesday to Thursday - 5 PM to 9 PM