Aleksinkulma

The current plot of Aleksinkulma was part of the urban landscape already in the early 1600s. Previous buildings that stood on the plot were destroyed during the fires in 1822 and 1882.  

In March of 1884, Architect Carl Theodor Höijer drafted a plan for a wooden business and residential building on the plot. The building developer was merchant Jacob Gustaf Penzin, M.A.  

During the same year, the courtyard buildings were also built, designed by County Architect Finn Helge Rancken. There were two courtyard buildings, both of which included a brick-laid and staggered decoration called a Hansa end, which were popular in medieval Hansa cities. 

After the Penzins moved to Sweden, the buildings transferred to the ownership of SOK in 1913, and later in 1930 to Kauppiaiden Oy (later known as Kesko Oy). Kesko Oy constructed new office facilities in 1957, and the ownership of the Aleksinkulma property was transferred to Kauppaklubi.  

In 1973, the buildings saw a large-scale renovation based on the plans of architect firm Risto Harju Ky. The most significant change was the concrete extension between the main building and the stone section. The extension included a new entrance, including a lobby, staircase and elevator, as well as an extension to the banquet hall by one column interval.  

The property transferred to the city in 1987. The building was dubbed Aleksinkulma then and its use in its current form as an activity and festivity facility for pensioner, veteran, and disability associations and others began.  

Source: Kari Parkkinen

Free-of-charge day activities in Aleksinkulma are possible between 8.00–16.00.

Aleksinkulma facilities can be used free of charge by:

• Pensioner groups in Oulu 

• Public health, illness, and disability groups and their support groups 

• Registered social organizations 

• Registered local history societies 

• Tammenlehvän perinneliitto and organizations that promote veteran matters 

• Charity events (fund-raising events are subject to a charge) 

• Events by cooperation partners if the event concerns the target group of primary users. 

Starting activities after the renovation 

The next seasonal rental application period is held in March 2027. Applications must be filed through the Oulu Registry (kirjaamo@ouka.fi). The goal is to open the new facilities for seasonal renters on Monday, January 11, 2027. New groups may start their activities throughout the year; there is no need to wait for the seasonal rentals to open. 

Seasonal rentals can be applied for by: 

• Pensioner groups in Oulu 

• Public health, illness, and disability groups and their support groups 

• Registered local history societies 

• Rentals are not possible right now. When rentals open on March 1, 2027, customers may rent charged facilities independently via the Timmi Booking Service. The link to the service is found on this webpage. 

• Facilities are always subject to a charge outside of office hours. 

• Facilities can be rented on weekdays between 8.00–22.00, and on weekends between 8.00–23.00. 

• The renter must read the general terms of use listed on this webpage. Please note that the city of Oulu reserves the right to cancel rentals at least 14 days before the rental in special cases. 

• The activity must not cause damage to surfaces or furniture, for example, moving furniture is not permitted. 

• Aleksinkulma includes coffee kitchens and an industrial kitchen. 

• Using the coffee kitchens is free of charge. 

• Using the industrial kitchen costs 50 € per use. At least one user must hold a hygiene passport.  

   

Rental facilities 

• Tervahovi (170 persons) 250 € / hour 

• Pokkitörmä (60 persons) and Hansa (50 persons) 150 € / hour 

• Myllynurkka, Pakkahuone, Toripakka (approx. 30 persons) 100 € / h 

• Hoijakka (approx. 25 persons), Lohi (20 persons) 50 € / hour 

• Fregatti (12 persons), Priki (4 persons) 20 € / hour 

General 

• The events must suit Aleksinkulma's mission and vision. Service coordinators may consider the event's suitability to Aleksinkulma and the rented facility. 

• It is not possible to make reservations during summer and Christmas holidays. Reservations on some holidays may also be impossible. Longer breaks in rentals will be announced on our website. 

• Floors, painted surfaces, and wallpapers must be protected. Primarily, tables and chairs must not be moved. Walls must be kept clean, do not tape anything. 

• Aleksinkulma is not suitable for larger public events, such as fairs. 

• There are no other parking spaces in the courtyard besides two disabled parking spaces.  

Obligations 

• The renter monitors and is responsible for ensuring that the building's regulations and the landlord's instructions are followed. The renter must use the facilities by following regular cleanliness, good manners, and the landlord's instructions. 

• Reservations must be canceled at least 14 days before the reservation. If the renter does not use the facility and has not canceled their reservation, half of the rental fee will be charged. 

• The facility must be cleaned within the reservation time. Catering and other items must be removed from the facility before the end of the reservation. 

• The renter is responsible for and liable for damages to the property and furniture, including damage caused to third parties. All damage must be reported to Aleksinkulma's e-mail: aleksinkulma@ouka.fi. 

• The renter is responsible for any bodily injury or damage to property. 

• Repetitive disturbances or continually neglecting instructions authorizes the city to cancel the rental or use contract or to possibly refuse to sign a new contract. 

• The renter does not have the right to rent the facilities further. 

• The event's total number of participants must be written in the folder in the lobby. Evening and weekend users will receive instructions regarding lights, doors, rescue plans etc. when picking up keys. Aleksinkulma's rescue plan is at the INFO desk. 

• The kitchen, toilets, and hallways must be cleaned for your part. Smoking is prohibited in the yards and indoors. Candles are prohibited indoors, and open flames etc. are prohibited in the yards. Windows must not be opened. 

Aleksinkulma's facility rentals and cancellations

• The renter must be at least an 18-year-old person or party with legal capacity. Renters under 18 must have at least one adult person present during the reservation. 

• The renter must consider that the city of Oulu may cancel the reservation at least 14 days before the reservation in special cases even if the reservation has been confirmed. 

• On evenings and weekends, all reservations are subject to a charge. It is not permitted to let external persons into the facilities and the doors must be kept locked. 

• Using the coffee kitchens is free of charge. Coffee kitchens include dishes, cutlery, a coffee maker and a kettle, and a dishwasher for small-scale events. All dishes must be washed in the dishwasher during the reservation. The kitchens may only be used for events taking place in Aleksinkulma. 

• The reservation includes video and audio equipment (see the individual equipment per facility), using coffee kitchens, a service coordinator's visit during office hours, and introduction to regulations and equipment. Renters must organize security services and/or doormen if needed. 

The facility users commit to following these principles: 

• We are all responsible for our shared safety. 

• We respect each other's physical and social space. 

• We listen to each other and give everyone an opportunity to participate in the discussion. 

• We speak respectfully about everyone and all people groups. 

• We give everyone an opportunity to speak for themselves and do not make assumptions about each other. 

• We intervene in harassing speech and behavior with shared responsibility.