Let me count the ways in which I love this island. Firstly, I have it set up as a coffee bar, with the coffee machine and related items in top. All my spare coffees and teas are jn the cupboard portion, tidily hid away. It's a stunning addition to my dinjng/kitchen experience. Once put together, it is sturdy, strong, and quite simply beautiful. It also is bigger than your average little island, and it has a table extension that you can put stools under and use as a breakfast bar. I am very happy with this purchase!