An attractive, functional and solid piece of furniture. It was relatively easy to assemble though it took several hours to sort and organize the parts, and then complete the easy-to-follow directions. The bench, with cushion, is plenty big and the storage space beneath the bench is easy to access. Since there are five hooks above the bench, I didn't attach the ones on each side, which I think improves the look. The hooks are not of the strongest quality but can be easily replaced. I wish plastic or rubber caps has been provided to cover the camlocks instead of stick-ons, which look kind of cheap.