A small platform overlooking a wooded hillside on our property was left by the previous owners - who had a small bistro set there. my husband and i are rather tall, and most of the bistro sets looked too petite for us - the two person set is comfortable, adult-sized and since the table is attached to the chairs, it doesn't take up more space than we have. assembly was quick, the set comes with a small wrench that will work (no extra tools are needed) i used my own ratchet set, and that made assembly even easier and quicker (but you don't need to)!i liked it so much, i ordered the matching 5-piece set for the patio.