Conference Tables
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Conference Tables
Oak, Softwood
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Stone
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Burl
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
20th Century Finnish International Style Conference Tables
Plywood
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Formica, Wood
1980s American Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1970s Slovenian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
20th Century Italian Conference Tables
Brass, Nickel
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century English Conference Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Iron, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
1980s Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood, Cocobolo
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.