Conference Tables
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Stone
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Stone
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Conference Tables
Metal
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Burl, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood, Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Country Conference Tables
Fruitwood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Marble
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century American Georgian Conference Tables
Brass
1980s American Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Porcelain, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Iron, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
1980s Vintage Conference Tables
Malachite
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Conference Tables
Chestnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ceramic
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Romanian Conference Tables
Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze, Steel
2010s Romanian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century English Conference Tables
Brass
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Marble, Stone, Brass
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Onyx
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1990s American Post-Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Wood
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.