This is going to work well for me.  The fabric has a nice texture.  The color does lean ever so slightly to a deep teal in certain light, which is fine with me.  The cushion is firm, as others have stated, so I was fully prepared for that.  Gave four stars instead of five for two reasons.  (1) the upholstery though nicely tailored isn’t the highest grade fabric.  (2) as a personal preference, I wish the wood stain was a little more natural and not so much gold.  Neither are deal breakers.  I will be keeping this ottoman and I imagine spending lots of time with my feet kicked up on it once the matching chair arrives.  Welcomed addition to my living room.