The overall design/shape is great, and very easy to assemble. My only issue is w/ the texture of the inlaid surface areas, which have a faux-grain wood effect that does not look expensive. If I had seen in person b4 ordering, I probably would not have purchased it, but it was too much hassle to return. And it serves its purpose. I just pile a lot of books on top to hide the fake 'wood' grain.