If so, we’ve got a few tips to help you elevate your boardroom style, whether you’re hosting stockholders or just having a team brainstorming session:
Size of your Conference Room
Getting an accurate measurement of your space is crucial to planning your conference room. You do not want to assume, and end up with a conference room table that is too big or too small for your space. Generally you will need a space of 36″-42″ around the size of your conference table to allow for movement of chairs, and for people to be able to walk comfortably around the room. For example, if you have a 14 foot by 14 foot room, you would be able to fit a 8 foot by 8 foot conference room table, but nothing bigger. If you are planning to incorporate other furniture in your conference room such as a credenza or podium, you may want to consider a smaller table.
Types of Conference Room Tables
JESSE OVAL CONFERENCE TABLE
Oval shaped or racetrack tables have rounded corners that allow for more seating capacity and easier movement. They can also be ideal for smaller rooms as the curved sides take up less room than a square or rectangular conference room table.
Rectangular
GAVIN CONFERENCE ROOM TABLE
This is probably the most popular shape for a conference table with its clean and elemental shape. This type of shape will fit well in a medium to large sized rooms.
Boat Shaped
GILL-A CONTEMPORARY CONFERENCE TABLE
This popular shape has become more of a beneficial option due to sight lines. Because it is wider in the middle, your audience does not sit straight in a row. This makes it easier to see presentations, screens, as well as other colleagues.
Whatever option you choose, make sure to research and find out what will work best for you within your space. The purchase of conference room furniture can be intimidating at first, but with the right measurements and research, you will end up with a conference room that works well for you and your company.
Find the Right Chairs
Conference chairs are available in a wide range of sizes and styles. Your choice will be sure to impact the feel and tone of your room so be sure to consider the best match for your table and what you want the overall feel of your room to be.
Center In
Having a centerpiece is a great way to add more pizazz to a conference room. This can be something functional, like a pitcher and a set of glasses, or purely decorative, like an artificial plant. Just be sure that it ties the look together without going overboard.
Keep it Simple
While you don’t want a blank table, which can come off as cold and unfriendly, you also don’t want to overdo it. Ensure that the centerpiece isn’t too tall or too busy – you don’t want your meeting attendees to be distracted or unable to see each other
Incorporate Technology
Another aspect to consider when it comes to conference table styling is how technology is used in the room and how seamlessly your furniture supports that. Having built-in data ports and/or grommet holes can go a long way for making it easy to use various forms of technology while cutting back on clutter and chaos.
