Clean lines, sturdy metal base, quality tempered glass, and convenient tuck-into-an-alcove size almost offset the staggering frustration of assembling the drawer and get it onto the slides. I read reviews about these difficulties and trust me, the hassle is understated. Also, the drawer itself doesn't remotely compare in quality to the rest of the desk. Drawer angst aside, the desk is exactly what I want and need for a workspace tucked into the corner of living room space in my new (unfurnished, see picture, home). The desk really is terrific but you'll need to follow directions for assembling the drawer in the order provided and be extraordinarily patient while trying to thread it onto the glides. Soothing ambient music in the background should help. Also, lots of chocolate.