After browsing hundreds of midcentury modern style tv stands for hours, we decided upon this one because it was solid wood. It's beautiful and is exactly as described! Assembly was pretty straightforward and took about 4 hours for one person to complete. The wood is soft so you will want to take care while assembling. I recommend a ratcheting screwdriver, not a power drill, to preserve the wood. Once the piece is assembled, it's very sturdy and well-constructed. We're thrilled!