I researched and decided on this island and that island but was never satisfied until I came across this.  Having a fairly small breakfast nook and wanting to still have enough floor space for moving through, needing more storage and countertop and wanting to be able to sit in the breakfast nook to look outside while eating seemed too much to expect until I came across this island set.  It answers everyone of the points.  It is sturdy.  The storage space is ample.  Being counter height is great.  It fits where I wanted it.  I had Wayfair connect me with a professional to come put it together.  That was a bonus and well worth the cost.  He got the set assembled in just under two hours.  He was professional but very friendly.  I have a handyman now if I need him!