Having a medium sized kitchen but wanting lots of seating- this is just what I needed. I will say that having two people would have helped me, as I built it myself. Building it by myself it took me about 1 hour with the small bench and table but 4 hours for the corner bench. However, I am very happy and satisfied with the end result and plan on making cushions for it and possibly staining it! Also, wear long pants, I see why some complained about splinters although i got none :)