There were 3 of us putting it together; one reading the directions, and 2 assembling...but it was not difficult. I know this kind of furniture often ends up with things not lining up/misaligned, but everything was pre-drilled perfectly. I like  that you have have this 3 different ways: island, against the wall with left pull-out or right pull-out, since there are doors on both sides...and the drawers also pull out either direction. 
I wish it came with casters, but we can add those ourselves. I would've also preferred black, but I've gotten many compliments on it!! Would recommend!!