When we purchased our newly remodeled house, it came with the standard basic Hot/Cold faucet. Recently, we upgraded the kitchen sinks and faucets. When I saw the modern designed option, I decided to go for it even thought it was more expensive, because it coordinated better with our new look. We ordered it and when it arrived, we were surprised how much more authoritative and elegant it was then the photo and the functionality is better as well. Plus, it's easier to keep clean. It is truly an upgrade more than worth the additional expense.