I shopped and pondered for months on the right thing for my kitchen.  Classy but not too frilly/fancy, open and not view-blocking, shallow and not bulky.  This item fit all those needs.  Open shelving but can still "hide" items in baskets, etc.   It's sturdy and straight, and couldn't be any easier to assemble...open the box and flip the shelves down onto the pegs.  I was afraid the metal lattice-work shelves would cause items to "toddle", but have not had an issue with this.  I really love the classy simplicity of this Baker's rack, and it seems to be of very good quality.  Very pleased with this purchase.