i really love the overall vibe of this guitar. the retroness (is that a word?) is really cool.
i agree with Xanthas about the pickups, but if you are definately going with a pickguard, you could always use the old swimming pool route method to reposition them.
the only other thing i'm not keen on are the controls all in a straight line, i think it could have flowed better if they followed the body lines, but hey, it's your guitar.
anyway, don't take my opinions as a criticism of your design, because i love the shape (i may even steal it for my first build! )
keep up the good work, and don't forget to update with your progress, i will be waiting to see how it turns out.
cheers
darren