Conference Tables
Meeting Tables





Consider How Much Space You Need



What could be worse than hosting a meeting in a space that you’re ashamed to share, or worse yet doesn’t comfortably fit the people you need to host? Start by determining the table space you need to ensure it will fit everyone that will help make company-wide decisions. Build it bigger. It’s recommended to size up your conference table for your biggest gatherings and future growth. For example, if your common meeting committee has 4-6 people, plan space around the table for at least 8 chairs. It’s never a bad idea to leave extra space, especially if your company has been growing quickly in the last few years. In addition to the size of the group you plan to host, consider the size of your chairs. Conference table chairs and office chairs tend to run wider than standard chairs so you should plan for at least 30” per person to be comfortable with some elbow room. A larger table with ample work space ensures everyone has room to spread out their computer and notepad to work efficiently.





Decide On Design





Of course, these considerations haven’t even accounted for the design you want to use just yet. When people hear the term “conference table,” they tend to think about a common rectangular design. While this type works well, there are plenty of other options available. Both oval and round conference tables are great choices for promoting collaboration between people since they can see each other better. Common rectangle or square shapes can create a head of the table, while round shapes help make all participants feel equal. On the other hand, a U-shaped table will work well if you have many presenters during your meetings. Since they’ll be able to stand in the middle of the room, everyone will have a direct line of sight to the presenter.