This is truly a “symple” desk, but it is exactly what I wanted.  I like that the monitor shelf is not attached so I can change things around at will. It is sturdy and well built. The little “catch all” shelf at the side doesn’t really work for my space but I am using it on top of the desk as a sort of “inbox”. It literally just snaps on and off if I do decide to attach it again.  I was worried that there might be some damage as there were several gashes in the box but this was very well packaged. Very happy with it.