Conference Tables
2010s Spanish Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Conference Tables
Laminate, Plywood
2010s Spanish Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century Italian Organic Modern Conference Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Wood
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Conference Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ebony
Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Iron
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Conference Tables
Pine
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
20th Century Art Deco Conference Tables
Lacquer, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Georgian Conference Tables
Brass
2010s American French Provincial Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Glass, Giltwood
1970s American Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Granite, Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Ash
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak, Wood
1960s Italian Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Iron
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Vintage, New and Antique Conference Tables
Vintage, new and antique conference tables are key to designing functional offices, setting the tone through shape and materials.
The evolution of floor plans and office furniture such as desks or office chairs shows how the workplace has changed over the years. One trend in the 20th century was the open floor plan, which was pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright. The profoundly influential architect’s design for the 1936 office building for SC Johnson Wax was an early example. Soon, major American furniture manufacturers would take aim at creating furnishings for the workplace.
In 1942, Herman Miller, anticipating a postwar economic boom, began making office furniture for the first time, while at Knoll, a special office-focused division created by Florence Knoll in the mid-1940s designed office spaces for the likes of GM and CBS.
Open-floor-plan offices became mainstream by the mid-century as a way to reflect a company’s values. Working in an open space meant that employees were equal and the design was aimed at improving communication and cooperation. The conference table was key to this vision. Businesses with an open floor plan needed a place for meetings and this ensured that the conference table and conference room became staples of the modern office.
A round conference table is egalitarian and informal, getting people to participate and share ideas. A rectangular conference table is more structured, allowing executives to sit at the end of the table to conduct the meeting.
The style and color of the table are also important. A bold color can make participants feel more creative; a unique shape can evoke innovation and modernity. Creatives often invest in eye-catching furniture to express their company’s individuality.
A variety of conference tables can be found on 1stDibs, from postmodern conference tables for forward-looking businesses to new and custom options to make a conference room stand out.