Conference Tables
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Satinwood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Conference Tables
Stone, Bronze
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood, Cocobolo
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut, Cork
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Cherry
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Iron
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Glass, Wood, Beech
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Glass, Wood, Beech
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Maple, Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Brass
1990s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Indian Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine
1980s Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut, Maple, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Lacquer, Burl, Walnut, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ebony
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Conference Tables
Glass, Corian
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
1970s American Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Granite, Steel, Chrome
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Stainless Steel
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.