Conference Tables
1970s Slovenian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Gold Plate, Metal
1970s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1980s American Vintage Conference Tables
Granite, Brass, Steel
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stone, Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Conference Tables
Iron
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Elm, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Conference Tables
Glass, Walnut
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Chestnut, Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Australian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Granite, Marble, Aluminum, Bronze, Metal
1970s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Early 19th Century English Sheraton Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century English Conference Tables
Brass
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
2010s American Country Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Conference Tables
Wood
2010s European Modern Conference Tables
Beech
2010s European Modern Conference Tables
Beech
2010s European Modern Conference Tables
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass, Chrome
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Bronze
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Late 20th Century Italian Other Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Lacquer
2010s Danish Conference Tables
Marble
1960s French Space Age Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Early 2000s Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century American Industrial Conference Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
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.