The desk is absolutely gorgeous! Was packaged extremely well (but sure do wish they could find a more ecological solution than styrofoam!)...no damage at all. I put the whole thing together in about 90 minutes--by myself, and I'm just 5'2" and NOT a big woman--with no problem. I did have a time turning it right-side-up after it was put together, but I finally managed to right it. It's heavy and very solid...drawers are very roomy and work perfectly...and the finish is neutral enough that it goes with everything.