The difference of an empty room really is striking. We had a few people comment that our kitchen was a pretty good size..but that was without any kitcheny stuff in it. And a kitchen without anything in it is not very useful. Every so often during the project we would tease each other about just leaving it empty, making it into a sunroom or family room. I don't know why I'm rambling; I'm way overtired. Glad you got cabinets!
Awesome!! Are you doing any DIY or was the demo the extent of it?
We built our inset cabinets (spice rack, message center, broom closet) and will be building the range hood cover. We will also be priming and painting everything (someone please take pity on me and just shoot me now). I think we'll be painting this kitchen for the next 5 years.