The desk is exactly what the picture and description show.   Ordered the matching file cabinet too.  Warning....this took my husband (with a background in engineering/mechanics/carpentry) over 6 hours to put together.   

Pros: Great work surface. Solidly built.
Cons: With over 460 pieces this is not a typical "some assembly required" kit..  At least the folks who wrote the manual had a sense of humor.  On page 23 they suggest "Now would be a good time to freshen up your drink".  No kidding.