Pretty easy to assemble but requires 2 persons.  The bed frame is very sturdy and the fabric is beautiful.  Its neutral palette goes with anything. I am amazed by the amount of storage it allows underneath.  Once fully assembled with mattress and bedding it takes a little bit of strength to lift up for access to storage, but once started it opens up quite easily.  The bed closes back down easily but be sure to hold on to the strap the whole time or it will slam shut.