Couch looks exactly as pictured. You can configure the pieces into whatever shape you want. Assembly was very simple, it took me about 45 minutes to put all of the pieces together by myself (there are 7). Couch is comfortable and can seat a lot of people. My only wish is that the parts that hold the sections held them more securely. I also wish it was possible to secure the ottoman to make a true chaise. But those are minor and not a huge deal to me.