It was a long time before I could open these, so thankfully they were in good condition and easy to put together. They look clean and sleek for a modern or minimalist design where you want to have style and function but limit visual clutter. The seat and back are short though so wouldn't recommend for larger people or elders or anyone who hangs out at the counter for hours at a time and is looking for comfort. They work for my needs of having a beverage, bfast, or hosting company. The longevity remains to be seen.