It is cool design and looks just like the picture.  The only difference is that you see the actual small light bulbs, since the strips don't block them very much.  And when you do look at it with the lights turned on they are extremely bright, so you can't stare very long.  The only reason we gave it 4 star out of 5 was that the strips cause some weird shadows on the walls, so you don't get a smooth lighting in the room.   

Pros: Good value.  Cool design. Very Bright. Directions are very clear.
Cons: Too bright if you look directly at the lighting fixture.  Casts weird inconsistent shadows on the walls.