Okay, can't stand it. Here are some pictures. Pics aren't the greatest as it is a gloomy dark day here and I don't have all the lighting in yet. So it isn't done done, but here it is in all its almost done glory . . .

You can see the missing molding in the cabs above my speed oven.

My beee-u-t-ful sinks! *swoon*

My new peninsula and eating bar.

Thrilled to have double ovens again!


Can't forget my new fridge in all its roomy gloriousness. Or glorious roominess. lol

No hood for the cooktop??

OMG that is the nicest kitchen I have ever seen! You have exquisite taste. Enjoy!

Congrats!! It's beautiful! You must be THRILLED : )

WOW that is BREATHTAKING!! It's actually making me want to get up and go work on mine! LOL

LOVE that picture shot of the Mama and the Papa they look so nice together.

And that chandelier! IT just looks like the cherry on top!

Wow, congratulations......

Go pop some popcorn or something so it will smell like cooking going on. :)

Spectacular!!! Congratulations and kudos to you for designing such a beautiful kitchen!!! that countertop says it all...enjoy for many years to come with family and friends!!!!

WOW! I LOVE your new kitchen! What an absolutely beautiful space - have fun cooking in it. Are you going to put a hood over the peninsula btw? I only ask because we are debating about the same thing ourselves as we redo our own kitchen.

gorgeous!

I will be right over for dinner ;)

Mistman- I'm sure it's a downdraft...who would want to block the view of the fireplace and TV?

Poohpup- It's beautiful! I love the chandelier...and I'm really not a 'chandelier in the kitchen' kind of gal...but that's wonderful. Great cabinets and countertop, too and the appliances...all those ovens, so much fun you're going to have in your new kitchen! :)

HOW EXCITING!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! ENJOY YOUR FIRST MEAL IN YOUR WONDERFUL NEW KITCHEN!!!! AND MANY MORE TO COME!!!!

Oh my it turned out so well! I have watching your selections along the way and they even look more stunning all put together. You have done a wonderful job of putting together a truly beautiful and unique kitchen. It's just gorgeous!

That chandelier is magnificent. Great choice.

Thanks for all the nice comments. I am so thrilled. :)

I don't have a hood over the peninsula. Went with a downdrft instead. That was my biggest concession in the kitchen remodel. I have a funky layout with all the odd angles and two doors that bring traffic through the kitchen. I'd planned on going with a range but would have had to have my back to the rest of the house while cooking or place it in the walkway. Didn't really want a range in the first place as I don't like cooking over hot ovens and don't like having the eovens on the floor. The peninsula solved that issue. Now I can cook while interacting with my family and my ovens aren't on the floor. I didn't want a hood closing off the space plus it would have caused issues with the storeage in the attic above, so I went with a downdraft. The cooktop was in the island before and I had a downdraft. Not the perfect solution but the best for me.

Thanks again for all the nice comments. I've loved seeing everyone's completed kitchens and it is so fun to be able to show off my almost completed kitchen. :)

That is the *BEST* granite ever.

The colors and designs from your cabinets to your granite - AND your creative design to maximize that space ... All of it is an amazing work of art. Beautiful!

Welcome home!

Wow! When you first starting posting individual elements, I was scratching my head trying to envision what it would all look like. Spectacular job!

I will join Pharoah at that dinner!!!

Glorious, absolutely glorious!!!

How exciting! It's beautiful. Love the Chaney, very classy

Very fancy! Thanks for sharing the photos. Enjoy!

Wow, Pooh... your sinks are beautiful! Very dramatic, lovely kitchen. How exciting for you! Have fun this weekend!

Thank you for sharing pics of your beautiful kitchen! I think that just about every element of your kitchen is a show-stopper, but they all get along so nicely. Amazing overall effect.

I get why you went with the downdraft option, it definitely works in your space and keeps everything open! Good job once again, looks amazing - enjoy it! :)

That is a beautiful kitchen! I love the colors you picked out. And those sinks - wow!

Great job picking everything out. Enjoy it!!!

Oh my! Your kitchen is so beautiful. The chandelier is amazing.
Great choices!

A beautiful kitchen. I liked the new kitchen in your old house too. Curious on what species and stain color were used on the cabinets?

Pooh - that is one beautiful kitchen - Zowie!!!!
Impressive! How did that meal go?
Love everything about your kitchen (especially that Waterstone!) and the granite.
I asked DH what he wanted me to cook for our first meal - he wants salmon burgers on the grill. Darn, I can't seem to find any....

Also how wide is your widest drawer and how wide are your single handles (center to center) - supposed to have mine installed tomorrow....

It is gorgeous, even unfinished. How exciting to be so close to the finish line too. I love all your counters and that gorgeous chandelier.

wow stunning and elegant kitchen! congrats! cannot wait to see the final pics!

You're all invited to dinner. I'll make a really big meatloaf for Saturday dinner. :)

The chandelier is from Ballard Designs and I already had it. It was hanging in my dining room and I thought it would be perfect for the kitchen. Now I need to replace the one in the dining room.

aries61, I loved my old kitchen and it was so hard to leave it after a year. The cabs in that kitchen were cherry with a custom stain and a glaze.

A2gemini, my largest drawers are 36" and I went with a 6" pull. Lovin' my Waterstone faucets!

How elegant!!! And your granite is gorgeous! And so many drawers! You are going to have so much fun with everything -- enjoy!!

Gorgeous! Everything looks awesome. Great job :-)

It really is spectacular Poohpup
You must be so excited!

Looks fantastic... Went back and looked at the pictures twice, admiring, and THEN noticed that backsplash is not in place. I don't know that you need one!

Hope you get to cook that meal tonight! My kids love artichokes too:)

What time is dinner?

Your kitchen turned out fabulous. Congrats and enjoy many many meals with your family in it!

Bee

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! as i knew it would be...you have exquiste taste, i must say. the granite, the sinks, the colors, just beautiful.... love the window over the sink...love the "feel" and "warmth" of it...actually love it all..

enjoy for many years to come and have fun making lots of wonderful memories. all the best!!!

It's gorgeous. Every detail is perfect. It shows so much thought. I love the angles and the colors. Good luck.
Laura

Those fancy-pancy corbels are perfect!!
You know, that missing molding in the pics looks like it's on purpose. [LOL]

You certainly are a ornate kind of chick, aren't you? And it all looks so beautiful together. I am so tailored, it's shocking how warm and rich I find your kitchen. Usually I'm distracted and anxious around so much detail. I could pull up a stool and hunker down with a glass of wine just fine in there!

Enjoy your wonderful kitchen and 1st family dinner.
Great job!

Beautiful! The granite is awesome and really sets off the cabinets and the sinks! At first I thought the missing trim on the cabinets was a two tone effect and was scratching my head! This is a wonderful kitchen. Great Job! Enjoy.

Your counter and chandelier are stunning!! Everything is so beautiful. I think if I were you, I'd just sit for days smiling. Enjoy.

Thanks again for all the lovely comments. It is so wonderful to have somewhere to go where others can understand and celebrate. Hard to believe this day has come.

Tea4all, you're right, I'm supposed to be moving back into the kitchen and I find myself just staring and smiling. :)

CEFreeman, I definitely am an ornate kind of chick. My house really wanted this type of kitchen. That's probably why I loved my house so much when I first saw it. The house has a lot of woodwork and molding and high ceilings with lots of detail. And then the previous owners painted it all white so you can't see any of the detail. Now that the kitchen is mostly done, I'm looking forward to finishing painting the rest of the house so all the gorgeous woodwork will pop. And you are welcome to come hunker down it kitchen with a glass of wine anytime! Red or white? :)

I am beaming ear to ear....and coveting LOL....wow, the warmth of the space is thrilling ! So happy for you>Gorgeous.

Pooh - I just drool when I see your kitchen. What did you decide on your backsplash?

Gotta say it: your kitchen is over the top gorgeous! You certainly pulled it all together in a big way~love the layout and the fact that whether you are standing at the sink or the stovetop, you've got a beautiful view. Congrats!

Wow! This has to be one of the most stunning kitchens I have ever seen. The workmanship is outstanding. Dino

Pooh!
Wonderful - now just get that oven problem under control and you are set for a long time!!
Love your kitchen!!
You have been my inspiration during my remodel!

Love your style! Can u share What granite and sink styles you have?

Thanks pqsmom. The granite is Magma Supreme with a leathered finish. The main sink is a 36" Rachiele copper farmhouse single bowl. The prep sink is an 18" Rachiele copper.

You really have created a wonderfully inviting place, Poohpup. I can see a neighbor schmoozing over a glass of wine as comfortably as a noisy family divvying up the pizza. Sadly, our house in our climate requires a fan, but if the chance arises I'll have a chandelier in some kitchen someday. That's on my long-view list. :) Happy cooking!

My first thought was "Look at that Magma granite!!" It is one of my favorites, but with my cabinets, my cabinets got swallowed up. You did a beautiful job doing darker granite with darker cabinets.
It is absolutely stunning. Have fun with your new baby!

Pooh - I drool everytime I see you kitchen!!!
I can't get enough of it!!