It's a bit darker than I expected by reviewing the images on line, but still has a cherry tone. Has the storage I need, with drawers to the left (including a hanging file drawer), and the right is concealed shelves, with the upper on sliders for easier access to things stored there. My sole complaint is that the door must be open fully in order to use the slider, which expands the space around the desk that is necessary. Do plan to get protective glass or a cover of some kind for the top: it doesn't appear to be fragile, but it would be a shame to mar something so beautiful.