Conference Tables
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Ceramic
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Alabaster, Marble
2010s Romanian Conference Tables
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Marble
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wrought Iron
2010s Romanian Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Art Glass
Late 20th Century Modern Conference Tables
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Cherry
20th Century American Regency Revival Conference Tables
Fruitwood
1830s British Antique Conference Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Conference Tables
Aluminum, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Conference Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Lucite
20th Century American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Iron
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century English Conference Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Conference Tables
Brass
2010s German Modern Conference Tables
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble, Brass
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century 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.