Conference Tables
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Chrome
2010s Danish Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Danish Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Birch
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s Czech Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Ash, Beech, Elm, Wood
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Wenge, Wood, Glass
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Wood
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Copper, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Danish Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
Early 2000s Modern Conference Tables
Steel
Early 19th Century English Sheraton Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1930s British Bauhaus Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Greek Revival Conference Tables
Glass, Laminate, Wood, Paint
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s American Conference Tables
Iron
Early 20th Century English Conference Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Conference Tables
Metal
2010s American French Provincial Conference Tables
Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Marble, Stone, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Conference Tables
Mahogany, Ebony, Satinwood
2010s North American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Glass, Pine
19th Century English Georgian Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Italian International Style Conference Tables
Metal
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-19th Century Balkan Rustic Antique Conference Tables
Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s British Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Blown Glass, Cedar, Reclaimed Wood, Wood
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
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.