Conference Tables
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Faux Leather, Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany, Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Ash
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Silver Plate, Brass
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Stainless Steel
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Conference Tables
Brass, Copper, Pewter
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Brass, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Travertine, Metal, Steel
20th Century Italian Modern Conference Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ebony
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stone, Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak, Wood
2010s Italian Conference Tables
Iron
1990s American Post-Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Leather
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Metal
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
2010s British Modern Conference Tables
Steel
2010s English Modern Conference Tables
Steel
2010s British Conference Tables
Glass, Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Lucite
1970s American Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Granite, Steel, Chrome
2010s English Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
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.