Conference Tables
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Bronze, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Modern Conference Tables
Chrome
1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Conference Tables
Oak
2010s North American Modern Conference Tables
Concrete
20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Glass, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Conference Tables
Mahogany, Ebony, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Brass, Iron
2010s Turkish Rustic Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Bronze
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables
Pine
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Ash, Oak, Walnut
20th Century American Organic Modern Conference Tables
Iron
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Zebra Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Dutch Conference Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables
Steel
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Stone
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Oak
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Travertine
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Teak
20th Century Danish Art Deco Conference Tables
Hardwood
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s German Bauhaus Conference Tables
Steel
2010s American Modern Conference Tables
Wood, Walnut
1990s Hollywood Regency Conference Tables
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
1930s French Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
2010s American Brutalist Conference Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Stainless Steel
2010s American American Craftsman Conference Tables
Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Goatskin
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Marble
2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Conference Tables
Brass, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Conference Tables
Concrete, Aluminum
1950s French Vintage Conference Tables
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Metal
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Conference Tables
Walnut
2010s American Industrial Conference Tables
Concrete, Steel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Wrought Iron
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Conference Tables
Brass
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Conference Tables
Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century French Conference Tables
Oak
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.





