The TV stand, side cabinets, and shelf are all shipped in separate boxes. Two of the four boxes arrived together and then a few days later came the other two boxes. Everything is very heavy so the boxes are easier to maneuver with two people. Had a couple hiccups while putting it together. One of the door hinges would not tighten enough and the door kept falling off. Ended up getting someone stronger to man handle that screw and got it to work (we think the threading on the screw or hinge was off and made it difficult to tighten). We were also shorted a connector piece needed on one of the shelves. So we need to contact Wayfair or the furniture manufacturer to see if they can send us a replacement. All in all we are very happy with it.