Conference Tables
1850s English Antique Conference Tables
Oak
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Pine
1860s Early Victorian Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
1980s American Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
1970s Slovenian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Conference Tables
Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Formica, Wood
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Conference Tables
Chestnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Conference Tables
Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Mahogany
1980s French French Provincial Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum, Chrome
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Oak, Maple, Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Maple, Oak, Walnut, Fir
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Epoxy Resin
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Conference Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
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.