I needed it for a space in a small kitchen - WITH a window.  I almost got a small cabinet, but the open shelves drew my attention.  I don't really use that window and I still can if I really want to.  The shelves let everything SHINE now.  The cabinets and drawers are small-ish, but, hey, I'm living small now and it fits what I need.

I have had this for a while now and zero complaints.