Ikea is known as the box, not only for it's exterior square shape, but also for it's efficient packaging. Larger items in the store - those with the red tags - will need to be picked up from the warehouse area on the first floor where you will find the item neatly condensed into a flat box. I've put a few Ikea creations together and my experience has been good. Directions are straight forward, assembly fairly easy with standard tools - any odd tools will be included with the package.