It arrived in a single large box. after sorting all the pieces, i got busy. i assembled it myself. I’m 5’2 and I own a power drill, which helped. It took me 5 hours. It’s a farmhouse style. sturdy. well made. The reviews about the paint is true, its more of a whitewash. the space under is perfect for play and storage. My daughter is 8. This may be a bit young for her, but I wont tell her that. she loves it. fyi - the directions allow for you to choose the side you want the shelves on.