We live in a 630 sq. ft. apartment and needed a desk that wouldn't crowd our tiny living space. This desk fits perfectly in a corner where it is out of the way. It took my boyfriend a couple hours to assemble the desk but it was not difficult. Just follow the instructions. He did have to use our own tools instead of the tools provided in the package. The desk is easily marked up by heavier items placed on its surface, however we have been able to get them out with a cloth. The desk did arrive with a small dent in one of the corners but it isn't very noticeable. So far we are really enjoying this desk!