Putting it together has taken my husband several hours (and he’s had LOTS of experience with similar items) and the directions aren’t very detailed, but it’s a nice piece. Remember that it’s not solid wood, but for engineered wood it will look fine in my dining room. I needed extra space to store things and wanted a streamlined functional design that would go with my table. I like the two options for drawer pulls—I’m using the leather straps. My daughter-in-law has helped me redecorate my house, and she is super excited to add this modern sideboard!