Conference Tables
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s American French Provincial Conference Tables
Oak
1880s Italian Modern Antique Conference Tables
Granite
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Brass
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Faux Leather, Mahogany
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Early 18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Conference Tables
Metal, Wrought Iron
20th Century American Spanish Colonial Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Upholstery, Burl
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Oak
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Resin, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Gold
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Japanese Conference Tables
Ash, Wood
2010s American Country Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
2010s American Industrial Conference Tables
Concrete, Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
1960s Vintage Conference Tables
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
Early 20th Century Dutch Rustic Conference Tables
Oak
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
19th Century English Georgian Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Nickel, Stainless Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Cherry
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Goatskin
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Conference Tables
Mahogany, Cork
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Conference Tables
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Conference Tables
Mahogany
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Glass, Lucite
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Other
1980s Italian Futurist Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
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.