Conference Tables
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ebony
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Conference Tables
Laminate, Plywood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Satinwood
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
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Parchment Paper
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Stainless Steel
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1980s Danish Brutalist Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Plastic
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal, Chrome, Brass
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Formica, Lacquer, Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Conference Tables
Wood
2010s American Renaissance Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century Italian Art Deco Conference Tables
Acrylic
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ash
2010s Modern Conference Tables
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Lucite
2010s Greek Conference Tables
Wood, Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Spanish Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Conference Tables
Wood, Teak
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Conference Tables
Ash
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut, Wood
2010s European Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Hardwood, Ash
Mid-19th Century German Antique Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Ash
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
2010s French Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Lacquer
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
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.