Besides being a stylish addition to my office space, it is the ultimate desk for the working organizer. This is a perfect item to keep everything in it's place and out of sight at the same time. I put the base together myself in about 2 1/2 hours and I am a 70+ grandma. Directions are very easy to follow. The hutch is quite heavy, which luckily came all together. My son and grandson lifted it on top of the base. 
I have purchased many put-together furniture items, but have never received any so well packed for shipping. It could have fallen off the truck and never gotten damaged!! I would call the white color more of a silk or light cream if you are trying to match with white furnishings. This product is well made and should not disappoint.