I bought this because it really didn't look like a cat tree. I also wanted to eliminate the mess that other cat trees produce when they are covered in carpeting.  This proved to be the ideal answer. This collection is quite large, so it needs some space. We have it tucked into an eating area where there are lots of windows and bird feeders outside.  It took about two weeks for the cats ( 4) to explore the new piece of "furniture" by themselves. I was afraid it would be too tall, and the space between each level too much-but they handle it nicely. This collection is pricey but if you interior decorating issues this is the one for you.