Conference Tables
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1980s American Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
1980s French French Provincial Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Formica, Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Chrome
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Aluminum
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Beech
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Conference Tables
Chestnut
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1980s Vintage Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Lacquer, Burl, Walnut, Wood
1980s Vintage Conference Tables
Malachite
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood, Cocobolo
1980s French Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Silver Plate, Brass
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Onyx
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Copper, Pewter
1980s Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1980s Danish Brutalist Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Formica, Lacquer, Glass, Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Brass, Steel
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1980s British Vintage Conference Tables
Glass, Oak
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1980s Italian Futurist Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Italian Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Iron
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal, Chrome, Brass
1960s French Space Age Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
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.