Storage Compartments on Seat Side Panels

I have decided to use only two storage compartments, one on each side of the seat side panels.  In the attached photos you can see that the access ports were cut in the middle of each side panel. The remaining compartments under the seats will consist of flotation. I decided to make the access to the storage on the seat side panels to reduce the amount of water that may enter the compartment from splash. 

The storage doors will fold down by way of stainless steel self-closing hinges.  I will post additional photos when the doors are operable.