I like that setup!
I had an idea that I can't use because of the way we hang out at our local freshwater lake.
You could add a T-top type of cover, provided it is bolted to the floor. Leave a gap up front to get to your cabin rod holders and put another row of rod across the back of the top fitted to your cockpit box. Easily 6 more rod holders and it would be a great space to hang out in the shade waiting and sipping on a beverage.
We use stainless deck chairs and coolers at the lake. I was going to bolt in a T top to the floor exactly like I am describing, but didn't want to give up the cockpit space permanently. You have already taken the footprint and could add a top eventually without giving up anything.