This piece does require two people to put it together, but it is pretty easy to do in about 2 hours.  This stand is perfect for our home since it is high enough to keep our toddler away from the tv (and the bottom cabinet can be child locked.  This stand holds a lot! The middle section currently holds an Xbox, DVD play, Wii, Wii Fit board, and some games, but there is plent more room. We got this for our new 60" tv, and the furniture is almost getting more complements than the new tv!