Very pleased with this purchase! We have used it in all types of configurations. As a bookcase when wanting more floor space and during holidays we clear it off and flatten it out against the wall to get twice as much top space to use as a buffet. However the majority of the time we have it in the L shape configuration to use it as a desk. Our dark wood finish makes it look very stylish in our living  dining room. We’ve had it for over 2 years and it’s still sturdy holding our printer and books and PC. Lots of pieces and took 2 of us to put together but following the instructions the desk came out great.