This desk is HEAVY, sturdy, and beautiful. The top comes fully assembled, so you only need to attach the two leg pieces and stretch bar in the back. I unpacked & built it myself in my hallway. However, I needed to ask a neighbor to help me flip it over and lift it into my apartment. The drawers work great, and I'm so happy that I didn't have to assemble drawers and drawer pulls. The desk really feels like it'll last a long time.