Ausgepielt: Creative furniture made from old musical instruments for the home

by J. Groh - 2024-02-14

Musical instruments are given a new life as pieces of furniture

Giving old musical instruments a new function - that is the mission of “Ausgespielt”. The company, founded by Samuel Karl, transforms disused instruments into unique pieces of furniture and decorative elements. He presented his creative designs at Heim und Handwerk 2016 in Munich.

Messe TV interview Samuel Karl Founder Out of use
Furniture made from old instruments Out of use

Sustainability meets creative craftsmanship

Instead of letting musical instruments gather dust in a corner, “Ausgespielt” turns them into stylish home accessories. An old drum becomes a chest of drawers, a drum cymbal a ceiling lamp and a guitar a wine rack. Each piece retains the character of the original instrument and is individually redesigned by hand. The idea arose from a passion for music and furniture making and developed into a unique concept for sustainable home design.

Drum converted into a chest of drawers Ausgespielt
Chest of drawers with drawer made from old drum kit Out of use
Chest of drawers made from an old drum played out
Furniture made from old instruments Ausgespielt Home Crafts

Sustainability and music combined

The vision behind the ausgespielt concept is to give old musical instruments a new purpose. The founder, himself trained in furniture making and a passionate drummer, developed the idea during his training. What began as an experiment in the basement at home has developed into a successful approach that combines sustainability and aesthetics. Each piece of furniture retains the character of the original instrument, allowing the past of the pieces to be felt while integrating modern design.

Guitar converted into a wine rack played out
Wall shelf made from an old guitar Ausgespielt

Unique pieces with history for music lovers

The furniture from “Ausgespielt” is not just functional furnishings, but also tells stories. Musicians and design lovers appreciate the individual pieces that preserve memories and set new accents. Whether as stylish bedside tables, creative wall shelves or unusual desks - each piece of furniture has its own charm and brings musical flair to living spaces.

Wall shelf made from an old snare drum Ausgespielt
Wall shelf with drawer made from an old snare drum

Handmade unique pieces instead of mass production

A special feature of “Ausgespielt” is the personal advice and customized production. The furniture is not mass-produced, but individually designed according to the customer's wishes. Customers can experience the pieces and get advice, especially at trade fairs and exhibitions. Standard models are available online, but direct contact and personal consultation are at the heart of the company's philosophy.

Ceiling lamp made from an old viola played out
Contribution Out of use Home crafts 2016 trade fair Munich
Side table made from drumsticks played out
Glass table made from old drum stands played out

A sustainable concept with a future

The combination of recycling, design and music makes “Ausgespielt” a special company in the field of sustainable furniture production. With great attention to detail, unique pieces are created that not only conserve resources, but also create a link between music and living. The concept impressively demonstrates that old furniture does not necessarily have to be disposed of - it can live on in a creative way.