Conference Tables
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Burl, Walnut
1950s Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass, Wrought Iron
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Maple
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Ebony
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Burl
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stone, Brass
20th Century American Spanish Colonial Conference Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Conference Tables
Marble, Iron
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel, Iron, Nickel
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mission Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany
2010s Mexican Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1980s Italian Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Lacquer, Wenge
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Brass, Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Travertine
Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s French Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze, Steel
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Conference Tables
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Conference Tables
Steel
19th Century English Antique Conference Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Breccia Marble
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Birdseye Maple
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood
2010s Dutch Modern Conference Tables
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s European Other Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Grasscloth, Linen, Raffia
2010s Brazilian Conference Tables
Reclaimed Wood, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
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.