Conference Tables
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
Early 1900s Antique Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Conference Tables
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Glass, Birch
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
2010s American Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Conference Tables
Metal
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Conference Tables
Bronze, Ormolu
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Goatskin, Lucite, Wood
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1850s Austrian French Provincial Antique Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Steel
Late 20th Century American Conference Tables
Granite
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Conference Tables
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1970s American Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1980s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Walnut, Cedar, Wood
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
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.