A sculptural task light that brings clarity and calm to the modern workspace.
The Humanscale Nova Task Light pairs advanced lighting technology with a minimal, architectural form that feels at home in both professional and residential settings. Designed to deliver focused illumination without visual distraction, Nova creates a consistent pool of soft, glare-free light that helps reduce eye strain while supporting productivity throughout the day.
At the heart of Nova is a precision optical system that uses a custom lens and an LED array to evenly distribute light across the work surface. The result is bright, neutral illumination that renders colors accurately while minimizing harsh shadows and glare common with traditional task lighting.
Effortless adjustability allows the light to move naturally with the user. A counterbalance arm and Humanscale’s constant-torque hinges keep the fixture stable in any position while enabling smooth, one-handed positioning. Whether illuminating detailed work, reading, or video calls, Nova adapts easily to changing needs.
Thoughtful engineering also improves efficiency. Touch dimming makes it easy to fine-tune brightness, while an integrated occupancy sensor automatically powers the light down when the workspace is empty. Combined with energy-efficient LED technology, Nova delivers powerful illumination while using minimal energy.
With its refined silhouette, intuitive controls, and precise lighting performance, the Humanscale Nova Task Light elevates the everyday desk into a more comfortable, focused workspace.
Warm 3000K Color Temperature
A 3000K color temperature produces a warm, natural light that flatters a wide range of skin tones. This balanced warmth makes it especially well suited for video conferencing, helping faces appear clear and natural on camera.High Fidelity Light Source
Light quality determines how accurately colors appear under illumination. This performance is measured using two standards: CRI and TM 30. The Nova Task Light achieves exceptional results in both, with a CRI rating above 91 and a TM 30 Rg score of 99.8 out of 100. The result is natural color rendering that prevents faces from appearing washed out while allowing images, materials, and objects to display their true colors with clarity close to natural daylight.| Watts | 7 |
| Kelvin | 3000 |
Humanscale treats sustainability as a core part of its identity, not simply a supporting message. The company approaches design with the idea that fewer parts, longer lasting materials, and simpler engineering can reduce waste while improving performance. This philosophy is reflected across its workplace products, which are developed to deliver long term value through durability, efficiency, and thoughtful material use.
Sustainability at Humanscale also extends into manufacturing and material selection. The company has worked to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and eliminate many chemicals of concern from its products and processes. Its focus on transparency and responsible sourcing helps support healthier interiors while giving designers and customers greater confidence in the environmental standards behind the brand.
In addition, Humanscale has invested in circular thinking through initiatives that support product longevity, refurbishment, and reduced environmental impact over time. By combining human centered design with measurable sustainability efforts, the company has built a reputation for creating workplace solutions that are intended to support both personal wellbeing and broader environmental responsibility.
- Designs products with fewer parts to reduce material use and simplify manufacturing
- Focuses on long product lifespans to reduce replacement cycles and waste
- Uses highly recyclable materials such as aluminum and steel in many products
- Eliminates harmful chemicals including PFAS and PVC from many product lines
- Publishes Declare labels and other transparency documentation for product materials
- Maintains manufacturing facilities with high waste diversion rates and recycling programs
- Achieves TRUE Zero Waste certification at select manufacturing sites
- Monitors and works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption
- Incorporates recycled materials such as reclaimed ocean plastics into certain products
- Supports circular economy practices through product refurbishment and take back initiatives
- Develops climate positive products designed to offset more carbon than they produce
- Prioritizes responsible sourcing and environmentally conscious supply chain practices
Humanscale
Humanscale is a global designer and manufacturer of ergonomic workplace solutions focused on improving comfort, health, and productivity. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New York City, the company is known for pioneering office furniture and accessories that adapt naturally to the human body, including task seating, monitor arms, sit stand desks, and lighting. Humanscale emphasizes simple, high performance design with minimal adjustments, while also prioritizing sustainable materials and environmentally responsible manufacturing. Today, the brand is widely recognized for its human centered approach to workplace design and its commitment to creating products that support both user wellbeing and long term environmental impact.
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