I love the look and design of this coffee press. Every aspect from the spout to the handle, to the recess on the lid shows the influence of the designer. It has a very well done brushed finish that makes a presence on your table. It can hold a substantial amount of coffee (36 oz.) and feels solid and well made.  The handle is comfortable and well designed.  I purchased tow of these presses for entertaining, one in a brushed finish and one in a highly polished finish, one for de caf and one for hi test coffee. I also have the creamer and sugar  to complete the set.