Nice bed!! 
My husband assembled alone (with a few hours and a lot of swears). 
Wood grain look and texture is beautiful. The desk is textured, so would need something flat for writingcolouring on. 
Sturdy enough for the 8 year old, but we are considering finding a way to anchor it to the wall to help with the inevetiable shaking when on the bed. 
We live in a small 1950’s bungalow with small bedroom and we’re looking for ways to have more space and functionality. This definitely is the way to go!! I’m happy, kid is happy, space has been found for all the activities!