Conference Tables
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1970s Italian Other Vintage Conference Tables
Silver, Iron
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Conference Tables
Chestnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Bamboo, Glass
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Birch, Plywood, Oak
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Antique Conference Tables
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
2010s American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
1950s American Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1970s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1970s Italian Belle Époque Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Early 2000s American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Conference Tables
Brass, Nickel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Crystal
2010s Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Gold
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Ash, Oak, Walnut
1980s Vintage Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Olive
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel
2010s American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut
2010s American Industrial Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Olive
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Conference Tables
Laminate
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.