We love the ottoman. It serves as a storage unit, trays for eating and putting cups on, footrest and seating. Or if you have a baby, it serves as a toy storage unit, something they can hold on to and slam their toys on. Trays flipped over obviously. We purchased the graphite color which is very nice. Everything is well made and tightly stitched. Highly recommend if you want to spend $150 on an ottoman.