With the Leica | USM Cine Collection II, Swiss furniture manufacturer USM and Leica Camera AG are continuing their collaboration, first launched in 2024, by presenting a new collection of multimedia furniture for the ultra-short-throw cinema-TV Leica Cine 1.
According to Leica, “the jointly developed Leica | USM Cine Collection focuses on two key areas of life: the office as a creative workspace and the living room as a space for an immersive cinematic atmosphere. Four sideboard model lines – cleverly constructed to conceal technology while uniting functionality and design – bring iconic furniture aesthetics into harmony with premium Leica Cinema TV technology”.
In combination with the Leica Cinema TV and its integrated motorised screen for 100- or 120-inch projection sizes, the furniture creates an effective solution for conference and meeting rooms. While the furniture discreetly conceals cables and connections behind its panel, lending the room a distinguished character, the Cine 1 delivers 4K-quality projections.
Cutting-edge image technology
Its advanced triple RGB laser technology ensures not only high-contrast images, but also eye-friendly projection – even over extended viewing periods. After use, the motorised high-contrast screen retracts smoothly into the furniture. In this way, says Leica, “the… collection combines modular furniture construction, integrated screen solutions and cutting-edge imaging technology into a professional ensemble that unites functionality and design”.
Cable management
The second Leica | USM Cine Collection transforms the living room into a home entertainment experience together with the Leica Cine 1. The elegant modular sideboard incorporates cable management, connections and the integrated motorised screen.
When the projector is in standby mode, the screen retracts into the furniture, freeing up the wall behind — ideal for artwork and other displays — and creating “harmonious spatial aesthetics”. With the two screen versons, USM and Leica offer a bespoke solution to suit any interior design where technology and aesthetics form a seamless single unit.
Four furniture models
The Leica | USM Cine Collection is now available from authorised USM retailers in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, France, the UK, USA, China, and Singapore. All four multimedia furniture models, each including an integrated screen for projection, are available in 14 colour finishes from USM. More information can be found at www.usm.com.
The Leica Cine 1 is available from Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store and selected TV/Hi-Fi and home cinema retailers. The Leica | USM Cine Collection and the Leica Cine 1 are designed to complement each other but are sold separately.
Leica Cine 1
The Leica Cine 1 brings Leica image quality into the living room. This ultra-short-throw laser TV projects in 4K resolution and uses cutting-edge triple RGB laser technology for razor-sharp, colour-rich images. Dolby Atmos® surround sound completes the experience, creating a true home cinema — compact, and embodying the Leica design. Its smart TV features allow for seamless connection with streaming platforms, voice control and Apple AirPlay to enable a fully integrated entertainment experience.
As an example, the Leica Cine 1 costs £8,495, including VAT in the United Kingdom, and includes either 100in or 120in motorised screens.
USM Modular Furniture Systems
USM has been synonymous with timeless design and maximum flexibility for 60 years. The modular system grows with its users’ needs and can be reconfigured repeatedly. The price depends on the configuration, which you can calculate at www.usm.com.
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