It came as a flat pack which I thought will be fine as we had assembled flat packs before. But this one was the most complicated one we have ever experienced! It took us 3 days to assemble...and we regard ourselves as pros in flat packs. It stated that 'some assembling is requires' but I would say  'you will need a professional to do it for you'. As a cabinet it works although 18 pairs is an overstatement. If you have high boots or even big feet you can put in only 3 pairs in one draw. We managed to squeeze in 9 pairs. It looks neat and beautiful.