That is a good point and probably will still do a lot of natural light. I like it best! My only issue is I work really late sometimes it's too dark to photograph. It's nice having the option (If I can make it work!)

I ended up going with wood counter tops. Really thick butcher block style made from local wood. It's costing me less than a laminate counter would and I couldn't justify the pricing for granite. I went to see the cabinets today, it's really coming along, a week or so and they should be installed.!!