Conference Tables
1790s British Sheraton Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
1990s American Post-Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Wood
19th Century European Regency Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Conference Tables
Marble, Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Conference Tables
Mahogany, Oak, Walnut
20th Century American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood
2010s English Organic Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
2010s Italian Baroque Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Conference Tables
Resin, Wood, Wenge
21st Century and Contemporary American Conference Tables
Iron
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel, Iron
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut, Maple, Oak
1970s Dutch Industrial Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
20th Century American Regency Revival Conference Tables
Fruitwood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Bamboo, Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Marble
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Marble, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Conference Tables
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Stone, Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Copper, Pewter
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Maple
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Birch
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s American Renaissance Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Aluminum
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Travertine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak, Burl
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak, Plywood
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
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.