Conference Tables
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Zebra Wood, Lacquer
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Cherry
Early 20th Century French Provincial Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Belgian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Chippendale Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Conference Tables
Satinwood, Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Glass, Mahogany
1970s Czech Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
19th Century Swedish Antique Conference Tables
Pine
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1930s French Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
2010s American Renaissance Conference Tables
Walnut
19th Century Gothic Antique Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Bamboo, Glass
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Conference Tables
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Formica, Wood, Beech
1960s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Goatskin, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Marble
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Opaline Glass, Fiberglass, Wood, Beech
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Zebra Wood, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Aluminum
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Walnut
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.