A conference table needs to fit the people who use it, the chairs they sit in and the way the room functions. A custom walnut table can be planned around those details, but the brief should begin with the room—not a seat count alone.
Measure the room and map the workflow
Record room length and width, door swings, windows, columns, screens, cabinets and other fixed features. Mark where people enter, present and move around seated colleagues. A table that fits on paper may still make service or movement awkward once chairs are pulled out.
Use tape or cardboard to outline the proposed table, then position the intended chairs. Test entry, chair pullback and access to the screen and doors. Have the project team review applicable accessibility and circulation requirements for your space.
Plan seats and base placement together
Share the intended number of seats and the actual chair width, arm height and preferred arrangement. Table length, width and finished height all matter, as does the position of the bases. A base near a seat can affect legroom even when the tabletop appears long enough. Agree on the seating plan and base placement before approving production.
Select the wood, edge and finish
The illustrated conference table pairs a straight-edged solid walnut top with black metal loop bases. Natural grain and color vary. Discuss tabletop construction, thickness, edge, base dimensions and finish as part of the written scope rather than assuming every commission is identical to the illustration.
Describe how the room is used and cleaned. Ask for finish-specific care instructions and use protection where appropriate for hot or wet items.
CONFERENCE TABLE QUOTE CHECKLIST
ROOM · Dimensions, door swings, screens and fixed furniture.
PEOPLE · Intended seats, chair width and arm height.
TABLE · Length, width, height, edge, finish and base.
ACCESS · Delivery route, lifts, stairs and tight turns.
PROJECT · Quantity by room, ZIP code and target date.
Coordinate technology and delivery early
List any monitors, microphones, power, cables or planned cable openings in the brief. Electrical fittings and cable management are not included in the design shown on the product page; requirements and feasibility should be reviewed before production.
Measure the delivery path, including doorways, corridors, stairs, elevator dimensions and turns. Discuss whether the order includes a complete table or a tabletop for existing bases, as well as assembly, installation and delivery responsibilities. Confirm price and timing in the quote.
Request a quote for one or several rooms
Prepare a table schedule for each meeting room, including quantities, intended seats, chair dimensions and room plans. Contact Family Wood Studio with the delivery ZIP code, access details and desired date to discuss the project. You can also explore our office and workspace woodwork.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit at a conference table?
It depends on the tabletop, chair widths, bases and room layout. Review the actual chairs and circulation plan rather than relying on a universal seat count.
Can we coordinate tables for several rooms?
Different sizes can be discussed in one inquiry. Send a schedule by room; natural walnut grain and color will vary.
Are power and cable fittings included?
They are not included in the pictured design. Include technology requirements in your brief for feasibility review.