Using this desk as a vanity in an historic bathroom. Looks great! Drawers are not deep/wide, but would work perfectly for the token pens/pencils/storage typical of a writing desk. The middle drawer is a nice spot to fit a laptop or notebooks, though the drawers stick a bit because they are not on any type of sliders.  It was very simple to put together, simply needed to attach the legs. The finish is light and believable as an 'older' piece. Overall, a great purchase for the price!