I love the concept, look of bookend plant stands. The curves definitely give it a more modern feel, and frankly, just look better than your standard tiered plant stand. The height allows for it to be seen above furniture. I just received mine, put it together fairly easily. My plants are arriving this week, will really show some exotics I bought. I do have one negative comment though, there are multiple cracks and pushed in spits in the metal part of stands. I certainly hope it stays together. Feels sturdy, and I loved stand enough to keep. Package wasnt damage, its obviously from manufacturer. The areas involved are on lower two tiers, since I will have in front of 15-foot windows behind curved sectional, no one will see them. It may be an issue with another placement for some.