Conference Tables
1940s Danish Neoclassical Vintage Conference Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Chrome
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Conference Tables
Iron
1990s Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Glass, Giltwood
20th Century American Neoclassical Conference Tables
Rosewood
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Conference Tables
Felt, Chestnut, Oak, Cherry
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century American American Classical Conference Tables
Oak
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American American Classical Conference Tables
Oak
Early 2000s Philippine Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass, Chrome
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass, Wrought Iron
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Hardwood, Olive
20th Century French Louis XVI Conference Tables
Gold Leaf
Early 2000s American Conference Tables
Fabric, Brocade, Bamboo, Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Alabaster, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Iron
20th Century Argentine Louis XVI Conference Tables
Ormolu
20th Century American Regency Revival Conference Tables
Fruitwood
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Conference Tables
Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Olive, Burl
20th Century American Neoclassical Conference Tables
Metal
Late 19th Century Czech Neoclassical Antique Conference Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century American Classical Conference Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Bronze
1930s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Brass
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.