I got two of these ottomans to place under a console table in a guest room, to make a little desk/dressing table area.   I didn't want to block flow so a traditional desk and chair would have stuck out in the room too far.  These are really cute and lightweight so easy to move around.  But they feel sturdy to sit on and swivel perfectly.  I'm not sure how they will hold up over time, but they look great in our room with the table.