I run a small business from my home and my office needed a major revamp. This desk fit the bill perfectly. It has a great sized desktop (even for my large computer) but still fits compactly in my corner space. The shelving is sturdy and makes great use of oft wasted wall space. It did come a bit banged up - and it's melamine, not wood, so beware as you put it together for splitting, chipping, and cracking. The hardware is quality and the instructions were pretty easy. Beware  - it is HEAVY - especially the desktop, so getting it up on it's legs once it's assembled is a two man job,