It definitely looks like it's coming along. And it's interesting to see some of the differences in building techniques from here on the east coast to how things are done in California in order to adhere to the stricter building codes. The concrete work alone looks much better from what we normally get here.
One thing about the gas fireplaces: they're really nice and they are super-convenient. After all, who wants firewood piled up next to the house? But the gas fireplaces can really put a serious dent into your natural gas bill if you aren't careful.