Have you considered a very plain, modern looking faucet, like a Perrin and Rowe U shaped one, or Dornbracht Meta? I think Kallista makes very simple faucets as well. I think the clean lines blend well in an updated traditional house.

Thank you for your help! The Dornbracht Meta was a little too modern for me, but I am still looking at the other choices. I hadn't heard of Dornbracht or Kallista, so I am grateful for that new information!

Bridge faucets are no more difficult to adjust than any other faucet. Try a modern style like this Graff.

Don't do a bridge faucet. It is a PITA to have to turn two handles every time you want to turn the water on and off, or adjust the temperature. Think how many times a day you do that. Do a single-hole single-handle faucet instead.

Check out Kohler Artifacts. I don't have one, but people on here have raved about them. I've checked them out in a kitchen showroom, and the Artifacts is going to be my next kitchen faucet when the one I have gives out. Design-wise a perfect cross between traditional and transitional. Very ergonomic spray head with a good heft to it. Also people love the 3 different spray modes, especially the one that is in a fan shape for one sweeping rinse of a dish.

I do not recommend polished nickel faucet in a kitchen unless you must match this finish with something else. Polished nickel over time will tarnish. At first the coating will protect it, but it will eventually tarnish and need polishing. Polished chrome is classic, always has a nice gleam, goes with everything, will never go out of style, and is easy-care.

Two styles of Kohler Artifacts (there's another one that needs a sidespray; don't get that one):

Get a pull down faucet. You won’t regret it. I have the Artifacts and love it.

DD is doing more of a budget remodel right now and is considering the Delta Trinsic for her new kitchen. She is doing all Chrome. Love this faucet too. Chrome is less high maintenance than polished nickel.

Eta...I have Polished Nickel. Love the color.

https://www.deltafaucet.com/kitchen/product/9159-DST

I am in love with my kohler sensate. Very clean simple design and just wave your hand in front to turn on./off. Great not to have to get the faucet all messy from gunky cooking hands!

Consider Brizo faucets, too, which is the luxury line for Delta. They have ones that are similar to the Kohler Artifacts but have better styling, IMO. Check these out:

The Artesso and Artesso articulating faucets are nice options:

https://www.brizo.com/kitchen/product/64925LF-PC

https://www.brizo.com/kitchen/product/63225LF-PC

If you want to go a bit more contemporary, the Solna is a good option, too:

https://www.brizo.com/kitchen/product/63220LF-PC

P.S. I've specified them all for previous clients; good products.