With Nova's Downview™ display option, you can view the monitor with a natural downward gaze, similar to the natural position you would be in if you were reading a book.
In 1988, NOVA introduced a revolutionary new classroom furniture design which recessed a computer monitor below the worksurface. By doing so, the user could now view the monitor with a natural downward gaze, similar to the natural position someone would be in if they were reading a book. With a computer monitor below the work surface, the line of sight between students and instructor improved while also maximizing workspace. This new design would revolutionize the classroom environment globally.
The revolutionary and space-saving Downview™ houses your monitor beneath a tinted tempered glass viewport and utilizes an adjustable monitor arm to secure the monitor below the worksurface. Optional Privacy / Glare Visor is available for added privacy and to help reduce any glare from overhead lighting.

Downview Display with optional Privacy/Glare Visor.
Features | 16" x 21" Downview | 18" x 21" Downview | 21" x 24" Downview |
Maximum Monitor Dimensions |
20-1/8" W x 12-1/2" H Up to 21" Widescreen |
20-1/8" W x 14-1/2" H Up to 21" Widescreen |
23-1/8" W x 19" H Up to 24" Widescreen |
Minimum Worksurface Depth | 24" | 26" | 30" |
Maximum Monitor Weight | 21 lbs | 21 lbs | 21 lbs |
Replacement Glass Available | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Power Strip Included | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Available as a Retrofit Kit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Privacy / Glare Visor | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Availability in NOVA Furniture |
Available in most NOVA furniture* *Some restrictions apply |
Available in most NOVA furniture* *Some restrictions apply |
Available in most NOVA furniture* *Some restrictions apply |
Mount | 100mm VESA Plate | 100mm VESA Plate | 100mm |
Warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
Products that have the Downview™ Display Option
NOVA's Downview™ display is available in a wide variety of our lecterns, podiums, computer desks, and computer tables. With our retrofit kits, you can add a Downview™ display to existing desks and lecterns.