A new European-influenced bistro, wine bar and piano bar called Juliet opens next week in Stroud, Gloucestershire, from Daniel Chadwick, an artist and engineer who has owned the well-known Woolpack in Slad for 25 years.

Juliet – which is named after Daniel’s wife – is in Stroud’s landmark Old Music Centre building, previously used as a factory producing the Chadwick Pizza Oven, a tabletop oven of his own design.

The son of post-war sculptor Lynn Chadwick, Daniel trained as an engineer and worked with star architect Zaha Hadad while also pursuing his own career as an artist.

He took over the Woolpack – famous as Cotswolds author Laurie Lee’s local – in 1999, and has earned consistent praise in the Harden’s guide for its “high-end pub grub” and “magical” atmosphere.

The interior design of Juliet incorporates recycled materials including leather for the banquettes, wood panelling for the piano bar walls and stainless steel for the kitchen and bar. Much of the furniture and glassware are second-hand, while staff wear uniforms made by a small designer and manufacturer in London using British yarn, buttons and thread.

Daniel told the licensing committee of Stroud District Council that the building had represented “a very sorry entrance to Stroud” when he bought it in 2011. “I lovingly restored it… I love the building and I love Stroud.” He added: “The people we attract to Juliet will be gentle, nice people. We are not looking for crowds.”

The menu at Juliet is inspired by small bistros in France and Italy, with a wine list featuring European artisan producers using low-intervention methods. The kitchen will work closely with local farmers and butchers, following the seasons and featuring produce from Daniel’s own walled garden at Lypiatt Park.

The intimate piano bar with an old chandelier will feature different pianists most evenings. Tables for two can be reserved from Monday 28 October, and from November the whole room can be booked in advance for parties of up to 12 guests.