Conference Tables
1980s Italian Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Pine
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Faux Leather, Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Gold
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century French Country Conference Tables
Fruitwood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Brass, Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Greek Conference Tables
Wood, Glass
1880s Italian Modern Antique Conference Tables
Granite
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Steel
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Japanese Conference Tables
Ash, Wood
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Belgian Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Conference Tables
Oak
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Finnish Modern Conference Tables
Ash, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
2010s Mexican Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Plywood, Oak, Birch
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Plywood, Birch
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
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.