I am pleased how well it works next to an antique dresser. The Design is functional and I chose this one because of the different size drawers . Wonderful neighbors helped me unpack it, as it has substantial weight. The husband had the mirror top installed before I knew it. I had read about the side panels not opening properly. However, the instructions should include a tip about how to open  them. There are two mechanisms, one on top and one on the bottom. Therefore, you need to push somewhere in the middle or more towards the bottom, and voila, it will open. The only negative comments I agree with, are about the drawers. I would have been happier, if they would GLIDE  out with a proper stopping mechanism.