We recently moved into a 1951 home.  This cabinet is perfect for the corner
of my dinning room.  It was easy to put together and very sturdy.  I put my pumpkin decoration on the top and plan to put a table top Christmas tree on 
at the holidays. It does not over power the room. It fits neatly in the corner and yes it could be a little taller,, but with the items on top it is perfect.