I like the look of this bench - it looks exactly as pictured.  I am using it as a piano bench, despite the fact that it is a bit too bulky looking for that specific use. However, it is comfortable, fits two people easily side-by-side, and has lots of storage for piano books, so I am keeping it there for now. I may move it to the bottom of a bed at some point though, if I am able to find a different piano bench that is less bulky.