Conference Tables
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Copper
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Lacquer
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Granite
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Goatskin, Zebra Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut, Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Laminate, Ash
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Upholstery, Burl
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Steel
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
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.