Hi Wildrose,
Yup! the valence was done by Mattamy and because of it wasn't a large area of valence, the DC reduced the price. We did install the large crown moulding.
The cabinets are Aya and the upgrade cost me $5K. But I love it. The cabinets are really a good quality, and easy to wipe. The island is blackened umber, and to have two different colours is free. I wish I went a little darker with the island, but my kitchen dinette is mid-toned, so I would've had to replace the set, and it's in perfect condition....
The bathroom cabinets in the main washroom is 1st upgrade, they cost $151 even though they are thermofoil.
The master bathroom is blackened cinammon maple cabinets, standard.
All in all, my upgrades went into my kitchen. I think it's the hardest thing to replace after closings, so I just did what I could through the builder.
The upgrades are really expensive.. but the result is so good!
Can I ask what the difference in price was between getting Mattamy to do the granite and the other company?