This was moderately challenging to assemble. You will need minimal assistance at key points in the assembly process. Some of the pre-drilled holes did not line up exactly as they should, so the facade to the drawer looks ever so slightly crooked (so slight, I'm the only one who notices, and I probably notice because I was the one who put it together). Overall, it fits perfectly in the space I chose for it. If you are looking for a small, simple, relatively stylish looking laptop/writing desk, this will likely work for you. 

P.S. It works best with a side chair or slipper chair. Any chair with arms will not slide underneath the desk because the drawer is a little low.