This is a beautiful desk once you get it assembled.  We've put together lots of pieces of furniture over the years and this one ranks among the most time consuming.  Thirty steps and about 28 or 29 individual pieces.  Tons of hardware too....many tiny bags of screws, bolts etc.  Also, we recommend taking your time with the steps to avoid orienting any of the pieces in the wrong direction.  The end product is well worth it, but it took lots of patience and is definitely a two person job. Our granddaughter loves it so it is all worth it!