Full Disclosure, I thought about this for a few weeks before purchasing. I was afraid it would look cheap, but I gave in when I found it nearly impossible to find a short enough and long enough bookcase for beneath my windows. I was pleasantly surprised. It doesn’t look expensive, but it doesn’t look cheap either. I like how modern it appears, and I’m thinking of adding another one to line to the entire wall. It took my husband about an hour to put it together, and he says it’s pretty straight forward. It’s great for the price! If you’re on the fence, keep in mind it’s all on how you decorate and stage it. It doesn’t feel flimsy or wobbly, a plus as less expensive furniture can be poorly aligned. So, I recommend this based on the price point and the over all quality and adaptability of the piece.