I love this piece. The wood finish is a gorgeous tone. It's a little more rich than the advertised photographs, but there does seem to be a lot of variety in wood stains based on others' reviews. It feels very sturdy. It's one solid, hollow piece- no assembly required (my favorite part!). Do note that this piece is 12" high which is shorter than most coffee tables I've owned in the past, but I feel it works well for my space.