Storage (C1A18)
Made by USM Haller
Designed by Fritz Haller
Fritz Haller and Paul Schärer conceived the USM Haller system in the 1960s as an answer to a quietly radical question: how should an interior adapt as the organization within it changes? Their solution was a chrome-plated steel tube-and-ball connector system of such structural clarity that it became one of the most enduring modular furniture architectures ever produced.
The C1A18 distills that logic into a compact credenza. A drop-down door at the top opens to reveal display or concealed storage, while a drawer below manages organized essentials. The proportion is deliberate, the silhouette restrained.
- Chrome-plated steel tube-and-ball connector construction
- Drop-down door with concealed top storage compartment
- Drawer for organized essentials
- Available in seven standard Haller surface colors
- Produced to order
Seven surface colors, drawn from the Haller palette, allow the piece to read as furniture or as quiet infrastructure. Depending on context, it belongs equally in a private residence and a considered workplace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the USM Haller ball-and-tube system?
The USM Haller system is a modular furniture architecture based on chrome-plated steel tubes connected by spherical ball joints, developed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and USM co-owner Paul Schärer in the 1960s. Its structural logic allows components to be reconfigured or expanded over time without replacing the framework.
Can USM Haller pieces be reconfigured after purchase?
Yes. One of the defining qualities of the Haller system is that individual components, panels, doors, and drawers can be added, removed, or repositioned as needs change. The ball-and-tube connectors are designed for disassembly and reassembly.
What surface colors are available for the C1A18?
USM Haller offers seven standard surface colors across its panel range, including classic options such as pure white, anthracite, and golden yellow. Custom color options may be available for larger commissions; specifications should be confirmed at the time of order.
Is the USM Haller system considered a design classic?
The USM Haller system has been recognized by institutions including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, which holds pieces in its permanent collection. It is widely studied in architecture and design programs as a model of modular systems thinking.
How is the C1A18 typically used in residential or office settings?
The C1A18 functions as a compact credenza, suited for use as a media cabinet, bedside storage, office sideboard, or entryway console. Its contained scale and neutral palette allow it to integrate with a wide range of interior architectures without visual competition.