Media (O2)
Made by USM Haller
Designed by Fritz Haller
Conceived in the 1960s by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and businessman Paul Schärer, the USM Haller system began not as furniture design but as structural thinking. Chromium-plated steel balls and tubular frames form a logic of connections, one that allows any configuration to grow or recombine without visual compromise.
The Media O2 applies that discipline to the specific demands of contemporary technology storage. Two lockable drop-down doors conceal media components entirely from view. A discreet cable cutout keeps connections organized without disturbing the cabinet's composed exterior. The result holds the complexity of a home theater or home office setup behind a surface of complete calm.
- Modular tubular steel frame with chromium-plated ball connectors
- Two lockable drop-down doors for concealed component storage
- Integrated cable management cutout
- Made to order in a range of USM Haller color options
- Configurable to accommodate evolving technology needs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the USM Haller furniture system?
The USM Haller system was developed collaboratively by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and businessman Paul Schärer in the 1960s, originally as a modular office furniture architecture for the USM company headquarters in Münsingen, Switzerland. Its structural logic, built around chromium-plated steel balls and tubular connectors, has remained unchanged since its introduction.
Can the USM Haller Media O2 be reconfigured over time?
Yes. The USM Haller system is designed around the principle of permanent adaptability. Components can be added, removed, or rearranged using the same ball-and-tube connector system, so the Media O2 can evolve alongside changing technology or spatial needs without requiring a new piece.
What colors are available for the USM Haller Media O2?
USM Haller offers the Media O2 in the brand's established palette of powder-coated panel colors, including classic options such as pure white, anthracite, and a range of signal colors. The chromium-plated steel frame remains consistent across all configurations.
How does the cable management work on the Media O2?
The Media O2 includes a discreet cable cutout that allows power and signal cables to pass through the cabinet body without being visible from the front. This keeps the exterior profile clean while accommodating the practical requirements of media components and connected devices.
Is the USM Haller system considered a design classic?
The USM Haller system has been part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York since 2001, recognized for its structural consistency and the durability of its design concept across decades of production.
