Pianissimo is a Slovenian company that brings together the worlds of music, design, woodworking, and the circular economy. In our workshop in Zagorje ob Savi, we design and handcraft unique music-inspired products from solid wood, while also creating furniture and interior pieces from decommissioned grand pianos, upright pianos, other musical instruments, and music equipment.

On the one hand, we create entirely new products inspired by the distinctive shapes, details, and symbolism of the musical world. Using carefully selected solid wood, we craft tables, shelving units, lighting, stands, coat racks, serving pieces, and other objects for contemporary homes, business premises, hotels, restaurants, and music studios.

On the other hand, through our Zero Waste Instruments – Circular Life of Musical Instruments project, we preserve and reuse materials and components from decommissioned musical instruments. We believe that an instrument which can no longer fulfil its original purpose is not waste. It is a valuable source of craftsmanship, cultural heritage, personal memories, and, last but not least, high-quality materials.

We carefully inspect each piece, document its provenance, and assess how its components can be meaningfully incorporated into new products.

In this way, decommissioned instruments begin a new life as bespoke bars, display cabinets, tables, wine racks, lighting, stands, coat racks, music boxes, and other unique objects. Whether a product is made from solid wood or from materials with decades or even centuries of musical history, the common denominator always remains the same: musical inspiration, uncompromising quality, and distinctive craftsmanship.

Awards and recognitions

The quality, innovation, and craftsmanship of our work were recognised with several important awards and distinctions within our very first year of operation:

• the Art & Craft Slovenia Certificate of Handicraft, confirming the quality, originality, and handcrafted character of Pianissimo products;
• the international Knowledge Awards – REFERENCE distinction for the art of handcrafting furniture and accessories from musical instruments;
• the Silver Award at Inovacije Zasavja 2026, presented by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia to the Zero Waste Instruments – Circular Life of Musical Instruments project;
• the selection of Pianissimo products among the TOP Ideas and their presentation at the Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre;
• the registration of Pianissimo as a protected trademark;
• participation in the international MOS 2026 Trade and Business Fair.

These recognitions are a valuable confirmation that respect for musical heritage, innovative thinking, and exceptional craftsmanship can create products that connect the past with contemporary design.

Pianissimo – Turning musical heritage into timeless craft.