Design is what you're paying for.  Shoddy construction and materials makes this piece a terrible value.  For the money, you would expect better craftsmanship since it is made in China and not in the US.  Just be wary of Safavieh as they are a distributor of foreign made products and lack quality control.  I give this table 3 stars as its looks better than it actually is.  Since this piece fits in the space I have and the style and look I want, I have no choice but to accept my purchase decision.