well, i made my design choices today:
pricing as follows (some of this is repeat)
- undermount sink (blanco): $800
- flat top stainless steel stove (i had stainless, i upgraded to flat): $300
- upgraded tiles in the entrace/powder: $180
- hardwood throughout: $2,600 ($6.50/sq foot)
there are standard 2 screw cabinet hardware to choose from, so don't bother with their upgrade if you can. the holes will match up with any (comparable sized) hardware, so you can save some money on that and pickup those upgrades at home depot
the designer I dealt with was very helpful and knowledgeable although I recommend you all bring colour chips from your colour scheme to your appointment... it will make the decision making process so much easier.