Really like this lamp! The shelves are a rich wood grain. Comes with metal poles - I would recommend not tightening them all the way until all the shelves are lined up. Came with directions and super easy to assemble. The shade comes flat and you roll it in to place - it clicks in very easily and Velcro closes together. The light throws off decent amount of light for a single bulb. I do like that it has the foot turn on and off clicker . I did assemble it myself so one person can put it together. I like the industrial look to it with the metal and the wood. Although I would say most of my decorating is closer to a vintage glam look. This lamp fits in wonderfully in my space - I could also see one on each side of a fireplace too! I would highly suggest it for your space