We love our new side open oven!  It is both beautiful and functional and so far it has made us feel like we are better cooks!  It is easy to use and with the side door opening - it is easy to check the food and get the food in and out without breaking our backs.  We are still waiting on countertops and backsplash - but we have already been able to enjoy this oven as I am sure we will for years to come!