Overall we are happy with this desk but there were a few flaws.  Not all of the pieces were labeled, so the assembly was harder than it should have been.  Also, this desk is designed to go up against a wall, and so some pieces are unfinished.  I wanted this to sit in the middle of the room, so we actually have to paint some of it.  The manufacturer should really make all sides finished so that you have more flexibility in terms of placement.