I had been looking for a kitchen island for a while, but couldn't seem to find a piece that fit and looked just right in my kitchen. I needed something we could eat at and also that had storage, but that wasn't too "heavy" or big for the space. This piece is perfect! There's enough room for two high-top chairs, my stand mixer, mixing bowls, wine bottles, silpats, cutting boards, and more. The drawers aren't super-deep, but they have more than enough room for silverware, my chef's knives, and all my serveware. It wasn't incredibly difficult to put together but if you can get a helper it would be easier than doing it alone. The back is in two pieces and one end did not tighten as well as the other end, but once everything was assembled, the piece is sturdy. Love this island!