This is a great looking desk.  I wanted something to go with my white & gold office decor.  This was perfect!  The only thing is that it was unbelievably challenging to put together.  The drill holes were not lined up correctly to assemble it and I REALLY had to struggle just to get it to lean up against the wall without falling over.  It's been almost 6 months since I've had it and so far it's been sturdy enough, despite it not being assembled as it should be.  I wanted to take away a star for this, but in the event it could just be user error, I didn't.  : )  Plus it just looks so great and very spacious.  I just bought some drawers and a filing cabinet to go under the desk and wa lah!  So yes, I would recommend this desk if you're really good with assembling things.  I know someone who does.  You would think it would be so simple being it's just a few pieces of wood!  But trust me....it's deceivingly difficult.  But worth it in the end!