Conference Tables
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Burl
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1980s French Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
1960s American Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
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.