size is good for my limited space.  color is more gray i would not say taupe at all.  very easy to put together - took me less than an 45 mins with the assistance of my 14 year old daughter.  the cushion backs on the corner piece look saggy compared to the cushion backs on the left and right sofa portions.  i would not want this sofa "floating" in the room because the back is velcro-ed on and does not have that "finished" look. overall for the price i am satisfied and the customer service was VERY helpful on many accounts.