CSS Skin competition?

[AGFApan]

I love the forum, but I hate the phpBB default look.

Is there any chance Southern charms might be willing to have a competition for a forum makeover? I was thinking of something with a sidebar that could have stuff like pic of the week, quote of the week etc. and maybe list the latest posts.

Just a thought, I don't know if anyone else would be interested or enjoys web design.

[RosiePieCharm]

I think the layout is nice because it's VERY simple. Not much to load so it loads quickly. I wouldn't mind a revamp as long as it doesn't make posting slow down.

[Sherri Blake]

I like the fact its so simple, doesn't take long to load or freeze. Maybe something that highlighted new posts but I can't think theres anything that needs to be changed.

[AGFApan]

Unfortunately, it is probably something I'd have to post an example of first. I'm more familiar with Invision Power Board and Zeta, but without writing any code I was thinking of a theme along these lines.

http://www.forummonkeys.com/phpbb3/index.php?style=4

But cleaner. Just a thought.

[RosiePieCharm]

That's okay (aside from the blanking banner at the top which is VERY annoying) but it seems like a lot of effort for no reason. Personally I don't mind what it looks like (aside from load-time) and I don't see the problem with it now. (Not bashing your idea, just being honest!) Plus it's MORE work for the site owners who are already over worked putting up updates.

[Eva SC2]

I personally like the simplicity. It keeps the focus on the forum itself, not a bunch of distractions and annoying blinking banners and ads.

[AGFApan]

Well, having tried the Pro Ubuntu Lucid style under board preferences, it is much better. So, I will gladly let this drop.

[RosiePieCharm]

Oh yes! Thanks! I did know that but I still prefer the blue.

I kinda think the Ubuntu is extra goofy. I LOVE Linux Ubuntu but it was a bit of a hassle to be a Charm that way at first.